Spicy Sweet Jalapeño Cranberry Sauce
Recipe Collection: Appetizer
Spicy Sweet Jalapeño Cranberry Sauce elevates your holiday dining experience with a unique flavor profile that’s both sweet and spicy. This vegetarian delight combines the tartness of fresh cranberries with a kick of jalapeño, making it perfect for Thanksgiving or Christmas. It pairs wonderfully with turkey, enhances sandwiches, and even makes a surprising topping for vanilla ice cream. With no common allergens, it’s a safe choice for gatherings.
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Overview
This Jalapeño Cranberry Sauce offers a delightful twist on the traditional cranberry sauce by adding a moderate spice level. Perfect for Thanksgiving or Christmas, it pairs beautifully with turkey and can also be used as a condiment for sandwiches or a unique topping for vanilla ice cream. Adjust the spice by leaving in some jalapeño seeds if desired.
Diet Type
Vegetarian
Allergies
None
Cuisine
American
Serving Size: 8
Cooking Time: 30 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 Cup water
- 1 Cup white sugar
- 12 Ounces (oz) bag fresh cranberries, drained
- 3 Medium jalapeño peppers, minced
- 2 Teaspoons (tsp) lemon juice
- 0.5 Cup sherry
Steps
- Gather all the ingredients.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, mix water and sugar until the sugar dissolves and the mixture begins to boil, about 5 minutes.
- Add the cranberries, jalapeño peppers, and lemon juice to the saucepan. Return to a boil.
- Reduce the heat to a gentle simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, until the cranberries have broken down and the sauce has thickened, about 10 to 25 minutes. Stir in the sherry.
- Remove from heat and let the sauce cool to room temperature. Serve immediately or transfer to a glass container, cover, and refrigerate until ready to serve.
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Enjoy this spicy and flavorful sauce as a perfect accompaniment to your holiday meals!
