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Zesty Cranberry Orange Relish with Fresh Ginger

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This zesty cranberry orange relish with fresh ginger is bright, punchy, and comes together in just 15 minutes. It’s the perfect holiday condiment that steals the show on any table.

Ingredients

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  • 12 ounces fresh or frozen cranberries (one standard bag)
  • 1 large navel orange (preferably organic)
  • 2-inch piece fresh ginger (about 1 tablespoon grated)
  • ½ cup granulated sugar (100 grams)
  • Pinch of salt (about ⅛ teaspoon)

Instructions

  1. Prep your orange: Wash and dry the orange thoroughly. Using a microplane, zest the entire orange, being careful to avoid the white pith. Set the zest aside. Halve the orange and juice it into a small bowl, removing any seeds. You’ll need about ¼ cup of juice.
  2. Prep the ginger: Peel the 2-inch piece of ginger using the edge of a spoon. Grate it finely with a microplane or the fine side of a box grater. You should end up with about 1 tablespoon of grated ginger and its juices.
  3. Combine everything in the saucepan: Add the cranberries, orange juice, orange zest, grated ginger (with its juices), sugar, and salt to a medium saucepan. Stir to combine.
  4. Bring to a boil: Place the saucepan over medium-high heat. Stir occasionally as the mixture heats up. It usually takes about 3-5 minutes to reach a full boil.
  5. Reduce heat and simmer: Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium-low. Let it simmer gently for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally. The cranberries will pop and break down, and the mixture will thicken slightly. It’s done when most cranberries have burst and the relish has a jammy, chunky consistency.
  6. Cool and adjust: Remove from heat. Let the relish cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Taste and adjust sweetness or tartness if needed.
  7. Transfer and chill: Spoon the relish into an airtight container. Let it come to room temperature, then cover and refrigerate. It will thicken more as it cools. For best flavor, make at least 2 hours ahead or the day before.

Notes

Don’t walk away from the pot; cranberries can scorch quickly. Grate ginger with the grain to avoid stringy bits. Zest the orange before juicing. Use a heavy-bottomed pan for even heat. The relish thickens significantly as it cools, so don’t overcook. Make ahead for best flavor.

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Keywords: cranberry relish, cranberry orange relish, fresh ginger relish, holiday recipe, easy cranberry sauce, 15-minute recipe, vegan, gluten-free

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