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Spicy Cranberry Sauce

Bold Spicy Cranberry Sauce to Elevate Your Holiday Feast

A vibrant Spicy Cranberry Sauce that pairs tartness with heat, perfect for holiday meals.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Featured Recipes
Cuisine: American
Calories: 50
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 12 oz Fresh Cranberries Substitute frozen cranberries if unavailable.
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar Reduce for a less sweet sauce.
  • 1/2 cup Apple Cider Vinegar
  • 1 tsp Cinnamon Use ground nutmeg as an alternative.
  • 1 tsp Ground Ginger Fresh ginger can be substituted.
  • 1/2 tsp Red Pepper Flakes Adjust based on your preferred spice level.
Optional Twists
  • 1 tsp Orange Zest For a citrusy touch.
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Nuts Incorporate for added texture.
  • Fresh Herbs Experiment with rosemary or thyme.

Equipment

  • medium saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Start by gathering your ingredients: fresh cranberries, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, spices, and red pepper flakes. Rinse the cranberries thoroughly under cold water to remove any debris.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed fresh cranberries, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, ground ginger, and cinnamon. Stir these ingredients together well.
  3. Allow the mixture to come to a gentle simmer while stirring occasionally. Watch closely as the cranberries will begin to pop, which should take about 10 minutes.
  4. Once the cranberries have burst and the sauce has thickened, taste the mixture and add red pepper flakes according to your desired spice level.
  5. Remove the saucepan from heat and allow your Spicy Cranberry Sauce to cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tablespoonCalories: 50kcalCarbohydrates: 13gSodium: 1mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin C: 1mg

Notes

This sauce can be prepared days in advance for a richer taste experience. Serve at room temperature or gently reheat before serving.

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