Spicy Sweet Jalapeño Cranberry Sauce

Elevate your holiday dining experience with our Spicy Sweet Jalapeño Cranberry Sauce! This vegetarian delight combines the tartness of fresh cranberries with a kick of jalapeño, creating a unique flavor profile that’s both sweet and spicy. Perfect for Thanksgiving or Christmas, this American cuisine staple 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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Recipe Collection: Appetizer

Serving Size: 8

Cooking Time: 30 minutes

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

Ingredients

• 1 Cup water
• 1 Cup white sugar
• 1 12 Ounces (oz) bag fresh cranberries, drained
• 3 Medium jalapeño peppers, minced
• 2 Teaspoons (tsp) lemon juice
• 0.5 Cup sherry

Steps

1. Gather all the ingredients.
2. In a saucepan over medium heat, mix water and sugar until the sugar dissolves and the mixture begins to boil, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the cranberries, jalapeño peppers, and lemon juice to the saucepan. Return to a boil.
4. 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.
5. 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.

Enjoy this spicy and flavorful sauce as a perfect accompaniment to your holiday meals!