Walnut Free Cranberry-Orange Relish
Bright, tangy cranberries meet fresh orange juice and warm spices in this homemade relish that puts the jarred stuff to shame. The combination of Ceylon cinnamon and ground ginger gives it a gentle, aromatic heat that feels sophisticated without being fussy. Pure maple syrup steps in as the sweetener, lending a subtle depth that granulated sugar just can't match. As the cranberries burst and the mixture reduces down to a loose, glossy jam, your kitchen will smell absolutely incredible. Stirring in the orange zest right at the end keeps that citrus flavor fresh and vibrant rather than cooked off. Store-bought cranberry sauces can hide all kinds of unexpected add-ins, so making your own means you know exactly what's in every spoonful. It's the kind of simple, crowd-pleasing condiment that earns a permanent spot on your holiday table.
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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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