Nitrate & Nitrite Free Cranberry Sauce with Orange & Ginger
Bright, tangy, and warmly spiced, this cranberry sauce brings together fresh orange juice, real honey, grated ginger, and a whisper of cinnamon and turmeric for a sauce that tastes genuinely homemade in the best possible way. Every ingredient here is whole and recognizable — no preservatives, no cured components, nothing processed — which makes it a natural fit for anyone avoiding nitrates and nitrites that sneak into so many packaged condiments and jarred sauces. The fresh cranberries burst down into a glossy, jammy consistency that store-bought versions simply can't replicate. A little orange zest stirred in at the end lifts the whole thing with a citrusy brightness that balances the tartness beautifully. The sauce thickens further as it chills, so you end up with a perfect, spoonable texture without any additives doing the work for you. It's the kind of recipe that earns a permanent spot on your table well beyond the holiday season.
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8 servings
- 12 oz fresh or frozen cranberries
- ½ cup fresh orange juice (from about 2 medium oranges)
- 1 tsp orange zest
- ¼ cup water
- 3 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- ¼ tsp ground cinnamon
- ⅛ tsp ground turmeric
- 1 pinch salt
- ¼ tsp pure vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the cranberries, orange juice, water, honey, grated ginger, ground cinnamon, turmeric, and salt in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir to combine.
- 2
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 10–12 minutes, until most of the cranberries have burst and the sauce has thickened enough to coat the back of a spoon.
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