Almond Free Cranberry-Orange Relish
Bright, tangy, and just sweet enough, this cranberry-orange relish is the kind of condiment that steals the show on any holiday table. Fresh cranberries simmer down with squeezed orange juice, maple syrup, and warm spices until they burst into a glossy, loose jam that smells absolutely incredible. Ceylon cinnamon and ground ginger give it a gentle warmth without overpowering the fruit, while a finishing stir of orange zest keeps everything tasting fresh and vibrant. Store-bought versions often sneak in unexpected additives or processed sweeteners, but every ingredient here is straightforward and easy to verify. The whole thing comes together in one saucepan in under twenty minutes, and it thickens beautifully as it cools, so it's a great make-ahead option. Spoon it over turkey, swirl it into yogurt, or spread it on leftover rolls — honestly, it works on just about everything.
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8 servings
- 12 oz fresh or frozen cranberries
- ½ cup fresh orange juice (from about 2 medium oranges)
- 1 tbsp orange zest (from about 1 medium orange)
- ⅓ cup pure maple syrup
- ¼ tsp ground ceylon cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
- ⅛ tsp fine sea salt
Instructions
- 1
Combine the cranberries, orange juice, maple syrup, Ceylon cinnamon, ground ginger, and sea salt in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir to combine.
- 2
Cook, stirring occasionally, until the cranberries begin to burst and the mixture starts to bubble, about 5 minutes.
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