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Spicy Cranberry Sauce

Spicy Cranberry Sauce: Elevate Your Holiday Table Today

This Spicy Cranberry Sauce adds a delightful kick to holiday meals, perfect for turkey and sandwiches.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 10 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 50

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 12 ounces Fresh Cranberries Can substitute with thawed frozen cranberries
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar Agave or honey can be used as alternatives
  • 1/4 cup Apple Cider Vinegar Essential for tangy flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Adjust to taste for spice preference
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cinnamon Adjust based on preference
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground Ginger Fresh ginger can be a substitute
Optional Add-Ins
  • 1 tablespoon Orange Zest For a citrus twist
  • Nutmeg or Allspice Use for varied flavor profiles

Equipment

  • medium saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Rinse cranberries under cold water, drain, and set aside. Combine cranberries, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, red pepper flakes, cinnamon, and ginger in a medium saucepan.
  2. Place the saucepan over medium heat, stirring gently until sugar dissolves. Cook for 5-10 minutes until the sauce bubbles and cranberries pop.
  3. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally until the sauce thickens and cranberries burst.
  4. Remove from heat and let cool slightly at room temperature, then transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tablespoonCalories: 50kcalCarbohydrates: 13gSodium: 1mgSugar: 12gVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 1mg

Notes

This sauce can be prepared days in advance for convenience. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week or freeze for longer storage.

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