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Homemade Cranberry Orange Sauce with Fresh Ginger

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This quick and easy homemade cranberry orange sauce features fresh ginger for a warm, spicy kick. It’s the perfect balance of sweet, tart, and spicy, ideal for holiday gatherings or any meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 (12-ounce) bag fresh or frozen cranberries (about 3 cups)
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) fresh orange juice (from about 1 large orange)
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) water
  • 1 tablespoon (6g) fresh orange zest
  • 1 tablespoon (6g) fresh ginger, peeled and finely grated
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Rinse the cranberries and pick out any soft or shriveled ones. Zest the orange before juicing it. Peel a 1-inch piece of ginger and grate it finely to get about 1 tablespoon of ginger paste.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine the orange juice, water, and granulated sugar. Stir over medium heat until the sugar is completely dissolved, about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Add the cranberries, orange zest, grated ginger, and salt. Stir to combine.
  4. Increase heat to medium-high and bring to a boil. Once boiling, reduce heat to low and let it simmer gently for 10-12 minutes, until the cranberries burst and the sauce thickens slightly.
  5. Test for doneness by spooning a small amount onto a plate and letting it cool for a few seconds. If it’s the desired consistency, remove from heat. If too thin, simmer for another 2-3 minutes.
  6. Remove from heat and let cool in the pot for about 10 minutes. The sauce will continue to thicken as it cools.
  7. Transfer to a serving bowl or glass jar. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

The sauce will look thin when first removed from heat but will thicken as it cools. For a less tart sauce, add a tablespoon of maple syrup or honey at the end. For a smoother sauce, use a fine-mesh strainer. This sauce can be made up to 2 weeks ahead and stored in the refrigerator.

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