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Spicy Cranberry Sauce

Easy Spicy Cranberry Sauce for a Festive Flavor Boost

This Spicy Cranberry Sauce is a vibrant and tangy addition to your holiday meals with a perfect blend of sweet and spicy!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Uncategorized
Cuisine: Holiday
Calories: 50
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 12 ounces Fresh or frozen cranberries Thaw frozen if needed
  • 1 cup Brown sugar Agave or honey can substitute
  • ½ cup Apple cider vinegar Lemon juice can be used as a substitute
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Nutmeg or allspice can be used for variety
  • 1 tablespoon Grated ginger Fresh or powdered
  • ½ teaspoon Red pepper flakes Adjust according to spice tolerance

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium saucepan, combine the cranberries, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, cinnamon, grated ginger, and red pepper flakes. Stir over low heat until sugar dissolves, about 2–3 minutes.
  2. Increase heat to medium and bring to a gentle boil, stirring occasionally. Cook for approximately 12–15 minutes until cranberries burst and sauce thickens.
  3. Taste the sauce and adjust sweetness or heat if necessary. Cook for an additional 2–3 minutes to combine flavors.
  4. Remove from heat and let cool for about 10 minutes before transferring to an airtight container.
  5. Serve at room temperature or gently reheat before serving with turkey, chicken, or on a cheese board.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tablespoonCalories: 50kcalCarbohydrates: 13gSodium: 1mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 10gVitamin C: 5mg

Notes

For best flavor, use fresh cranberries and consider making the sauce a day ahead. Adjust consistency by cooking longer if needed.

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