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Cranberry Ginger Relish

Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
A bright, zesty, and lightly spiced relish made with fresh cranberries, citrus, and crystallized ginger—perfect for serving warm or chilled alongside holiday mains or desserts.
8 Servings

Ingredients

  • 12 oz fresh cranberries
  • cups granulated sugar
  • ½ cup red wine
  • 1 teaspoon grated orange zest
  • ¼ cup freshly squeezed orange juice
  • ½ teaspoon grated lemon zest
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • ¼ cup minced crystallized ginger
  • Kosher salt to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Citrus zester
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • Wooden spoon or silicone spatula

Instructions
 

  1. Step 1: In a medium saucepan, combine the cranberries, granulated sugar, red wine, grated orange zest, orange juice, lemon zest, cinnamon stick, minced crystallized ginger, and a small pinch each of kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper.
  2. Step 2: Place the saucepan over medium-low heat. Stir the mixture occasionally until the cranberries begin to soften and the sugar has fully dissolved, which should take approximately 12 to 15 minutes.
  3. Step 3: Increase the heat to medium and bring the mixture to a simmer. Continue cooking, stirring occasionally, until the cranberries burst and the mixture thickens slightly, about 15 additional minutes.
  4. Step 4: Taste the relish and adjust seasoning if necessary. Remove the cinnamon stick from the mixture.
  5. Step 5: Serve the relish either warm or at room temperature, depending on preference.

Notes

This relish stores well in the refrigerator and can be served chilled.
Also freezes beautifully—perfect for make-ahead holiday prep.
Delicious over yogurt, cheesecake, ice cream, and more.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 172kcal | Carbohydrates: 41g | Protein: 0.3g | Fat: 0.2g | Saturated Fat: 0.01g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.03g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 3mg | Potassium: 72mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 37g | Vitamin A: 44IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 11mg | Iron: 0.2mg