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Fresh Cranberry Orange Relish Recipe Easy Zesty Homemade Flavor with Ginger

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A bright, zesty homemade cranberry orange relish with fresh ginger that adds a spicy warmth and perfect balance of tart and sweet. Quick and easy to prepare, this relish is perfect for holiday meals or to brighten up any dish.

Ingredients

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  • 12 ounces (340 grams) fresh cranberries
  • 1 large orange (preferably organic), zest and juice
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger root, finely grated
  • 3/4 cup (150 grams) granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) water
  • Optional: 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Rinse and prep cranberries: Sort through the fresh cranberries to remove any stems or bruised berries. Rinse under cold water and drain well (about 5 minutes).
  2. Zest and juice the orange: Using a microplane, zest one large orange carefully, avoiding the white pith. Cut the orange in half and juice it to yield about 1/4 cup (60 ml) of juice (3-4 minutes).
  3. Grate fresh ginger: Peel a small piece of fresh ginger root and finely grate about 1 tablespoon (about 2 minutes).
  4. Combine ingredients in saucepan: In a medium saucepan, combine cranberries, sugar, water, grated ginger, orange zest, and juice. Stir to mix evenly.
  5. Cook the relish: Place the saucepan over medium heat. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce to a simmer. Cook uncovered for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally until cranberries burst and mixture thickens slightly.
  6. Optional cinnamon addition: Stir in 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon halfway through cooking for added warmth.
  7. Cool and store: Remove from heat and let the relish cool to room temperature. Transfer to a clean jar or bowl, cover, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving to let flavors meld.

Notes

Avoid overheating to prevent scorching or overly mushy texture. For smoother relish, pulse cooled relish briefly in a food processor. Flavors deepen if made a day ahead. Adjust sugar to taste. Fresh ginger is key for best aroma and flavor. Can add cayenne pepper for spice or substitute sugar with maple syrup or honey for different sweetness.

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Keywords: cranberry relish, orange relish, fresh ginger, holiday condiment, easy cranberry sauce, homemade relish, zesty relish

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