Spiced Cranberry Sauce Recipe
This spiced cranberry sauce is a vibrant and flavorful condiment that perfectly balances tart cranberries with the rich sweetness of pomegranate molasses and warm spices. Ideal for holiday meals or as a tangy addition to everyday dishes, it is quick to prepare and can be stored for convenience.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: About 1 cup (240 ml) 1x
- Category: Condiment/Sauce
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Western/International
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 250g fresh or frozen cranberries
- 2 tbsp pomegranate molasses or balsamic vinegar
- ½ orange, finely zested and juiced
- 2 tbsp golden caster sugar, plus extra if needed
- Pinch of ground allspice
Instructions
- Combine ingredients: Tip all the ingredients—cranberries, pomegranate molasses or balsamic vinegar, orange zest and juice, golden caster sugar, and ground allspice—into a saucepan.
- Simmer gently: Place the saucepan over low heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Cook until thickened: Continue cooking for about 10 minutes until the cranberries burst open and the sauce becomes thick, glossy, and sticky in texture.
- Adjust sweetness: Taste the sauce and add extra sugar if you prefer a sweeter flavor. Stir well to incorporate.
- Cool and store: Remove the saucepan from heat and allow the sauce to cool completely. Store covered in the refrigerator for up to one week or freeze for up to two months.
Notes
- Using frozen cranberries is a convenient alternative to fresh berries without compromising the taste.
- Pomegranate molasses gives a lovely tartness; balsamic vinegar is a suitable substitute but will alter the flavor slightly.
- Adjust sweetness by adding more caster sugar as the cranberries’ tartness can vary by batch.
- This sauce pairs excellently with roasted meats, cheese boards, and can also be used as a spread.
Keywords: cranberry sauce, holiday sauce, spiced cranberry, pomegranate molasses sauce, tangy cranberry condiment, easy cranberry sauce
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