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Vibrant Cranberry Orange Relish with Jalapeño

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A fresh, bright, and slightly spicy cranberry orange relish with jalapeño that adds a lively twist to your Thanksgiving side dishes. Quick and easy to make, this relish balances tart, sweet, and spicy flavors perfectly.

Ingredients

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  • 12 ounces fresh cranberries (340 grams)
  • 1 large navel orange (zest and juice)
  • 1 medium jalapeño pepper, seeded and finely chopped
  • ½ cup granulated sugar (100 grams)
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
  • ½ cup water (120 ml)
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Rinse 12 ounces (340 grams) of fresh cranberries and pick out any soft or damaged ones.
  2. Zest one large orange, then juice it and set both aside.
  3. Finely chop one medium jalapeño (remove seeds if you want less heat) and grate about one teaspoon of fresh ginger.
  4. Place the cranberries, orange zest, orange juice, chopped jalapeño, grated ginger, ½ cup (100 grams) granulated sugar, ½ cup (120 ml) water, and a pinch of salt into a medium saucepan. Stir gently to mix the ingredients.
  5. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat, then reduce heat to medium-low.
  6. Let it simmer uncovered for about 10 to 12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until cranberries start popping and the mixture thickens.
  7. Taste the relish and adjust sweetness or heat by adding more sugar or jalapeño if desired.
  8. Remove from heat and let the relish cool to room temperature; it will thicken further as it rests.
  9. Transfer to a serving dish or airtight container if making ahead.
  10. If the relish is too thick after cooling, stir in a splash of fresh orange juice or water to loosen it up; if too thin, simmer a few more minutes until desired consistency is reached.

Notes

Stir gently during cooking to avoid crushing all cranberries to maintain texture. Adjust jalapeño seeds to control heat. Use fresh citrus and ginger for best flavor. The relish tastes better after sitting overnight. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week or freeze for up to three months.

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Keywords: cranberry relish, orange relish, jalapeño relish, Thanksgiving side, holiday relish, spicy cranberry sauce, fresh cranberry sauce

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