Best 8 Apricot Ginger Cranberry Sauce Recipes

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Apricot ginger cranberry sauce is a delightful and versatile condiment that adds a burst of flavor to a variety of dishes. Whether you're serving it with roasted chicken or pork, glazing grilled salmon, or dolloping it over a scoop of ice cream, this sauce is sure to impress. With its sweet and tangy flavor profile, and the perfect balance of tartness and spice, this sauce is sure to become a staple in your kitchen. It's also incredibly easy to make, and can be tailored to your own personal preferences.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

APRICOT-GINGER CRANBERRY SAUCE



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Make and share this Apricot-Ginger Cranberry Sauce recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Motley Oklahoman

Categories     Sauces

Time 10m

Yield 3 cups, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup water
1/4 cup dried apricot, chopped fine
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 1/2 cups apricot preserves
1 (12 ounce) bag cranberries
1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated

Steps:

  • Bring water, apricots, sugar, salt, cayenne, and apricot preserves to boil in large saucepan over medium heat. Add cranberries and simmer until slightly thickened and two-thirds of berries have popped open, about 5 minutes. Stir in ginger, transfer to serving bowl, and cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 132.7, Fat 0.1, Sodium 65.5, Carbohydrate 35.1, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 21.5, Protein 0.5

APRICOT-APPLE CRANBERRY SAUCE



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Though I prefer this as a side dish, my sister swears it makes the best topping in the world for a slice of Thanksgiving turkey. -Aysha Schurman, Ammon, Idaho

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 30m

Yield 5 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 cups fresh or frozen cranberries
1-2/3 cups sugar
1-2/3 cups water
3/4 cup orange juice
1/4 cup chopped dried apricots
1/4 cup chopped dried apples
1/4 cup dried cranberries
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1 teaspoon grated orange zest

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine the first 7 ingredients. Cook over medium heat until berries pop, about 15 minutes. Remove from the heat; stir in lemon and orange zests. Transfer to a bowl; refrigerate until chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 91 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 3mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (21g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 0 protein.

APRICOT/CRANBERRY CHUTNEY



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A terrific recipe that my mother-in-law gave me. We have enjoyed it as an alternative to the traditional cranberry sauce! She doesn't mind sharing it!

Provided by Sher

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Relish Recipes     Cranberry Relish Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

¼ cup diced dried apricots
1 (12 ounce) package fresh cranberries
½ cup raisins
¾ teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon ground ginger
¼ teaspoon ground allspice
1 pinch ground cloves
1 cup water
¾ cup white sugar
½ cup cider vinegar

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, mix together the apricots, cranberries, raisins, cinnamon, ginger, allspice, and cloves.
  • In a medium saucepan, boil water and sugar, stirring constantly, until sugar is dissolved. Add the dried fruit mixture and vinegar. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 10 minutes. Remove from heat, and allow to cool for 5 minutes. Serve immediately, or refrigerate in a covered container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 88.8 calories, Carbohydrate 22.7 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 0.4 g, Sodium 2.3 mg, Sugar 18.7 g

APRICOT CRANBERRY SAUCE



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A classic at Thanksgiving dinner, cranberry sauce is reinvented with fresh berries and apricot preserves.

Provided by Johannah Gage

Categories     Berries

Time 35m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 tablespoon unsalted butter
2 tablespoons ginger (finely grated)
16 ounces cranberries (fresh or frozen)
2/3 cup sugar
1 cup fresh orange juice
1/2 cup apricot preserves

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, over medium heat, melt the butter.
  • Add the ginger and cook, stirring, for 2 minutes.
  • Stir in the cranberries, sugar, orange juice, and preserves.
  • Cook, stirring occasionally, until the cranberries burst and the sauce thickens, about 20 minutes.
  • Transfer to a bowl and serve warm. NOTE: The sauce can be made up to 2 days in advance. Cover and keep refrigerated until ready to reheat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 228.6, Fat 2.2, SaturatedFat 1.3, Cholesterol 5.1, Sodium 13.6, Carbohydrate 54.6, Fiber 4.1, Sugar 40.5, Protein 1

GINGER CRANBERRY SAUCE



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Freshly minced ginger and the zest of an orange add a refreshing finish to your cranberry sauce. Sauce can be made up to 3 days in advance.

Provided by Leslie Lew

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes     Cranberry Sauce Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 (12 ounce) packages fresh cranberries
2 ½ cups white sugar
1 large orange, zested and juiced
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger root

Steps:

  • Combine cranberries, sugar, orange zest and juice in a large pot and heat over medium heat. Cook and stir occasionally until berries pop, about 20 minutes. Let cool until thickened.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 233.5 calories, Carbohydrate 60.4 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 0.4 g, Sodium 1.4 mg, Sugar 54.4 g

GINGER CRANBERRY SAUCE



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Cranberries add sparkle to the Thanksgiving meal.

Provided by Sheila Lukins

Categories     Sauce     Ginger     Thanksgiving     Quick & Easy     Cranberry     Christmas Eve     Parade

Yield Makes 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

16 ounces fresh cranberries, picked over and rinsed
2 cups granulated sugar
1/2 cup water
1/2 cup fresh orange juice
1 tablespoon finely chopped ginger
Finely grated zest from 1 orange

Steps:

  • 1. Combine all of the ingredients in a heavy saucepan. Cook over medium heat until the berries pop open, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat.
  • 2. Skim foam off the surface with a metal spoon and discard. Cool to room temperature. Refrigerate, covered, for up to 3 months.

CRANBERRY SAUCE WITH DRIED APRICOTS AND CARDAMOM



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Categories     Condiment/Spread     Sauce     Berry     Fruit     Christmas     Thanksgiving     Cranberry     Apricot     Fall     Chill     Boil     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes about 4 1/2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 whole green cardamom pods
1 3/4 cups canned apricot nectar
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup apricot preserves
1/3 cup fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup honey
1 6-ounce package dried apricots, quartered
1 12-ounce bag cranberries
1 1/2 teaspoons grated lemon peel

Steps:

  • Coarsely crush cardamom in mortar with pestle or place in resealable plastic bag and crush with rolling pin; discard skins.
  • Bring next 5 ingredients and cardamom to boil in heavy large saucepan over medium-high heat, stirring until sugar dissolves. Add apricots; cook 2 minutes. Add cranberries and cook until berries pop, stirring occasionally, about 9 minutes. Transfer to bowl. Mix in lemon peel. Cover and refrigerate overnight. (Can be made 1 week ahead. Keep refrigerated.) Serve cold or at room temperature.

DRIED-CRANBERRY-AND-APRICOT COMPOTE



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A vibrant sauce is the finishing touch on any Thanksgiving plate. This showstopping compote requires less than 15 minutes of hands-on time. Serve it with our Citrus-Rubbed Turkey with Cider Gravy.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Quick & Easy Recipes

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup dried cranberries
12 dried apricots, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 cup sweet white wine, such as Moscato
1/2 teaspoon finely grated peeled fresh ginger
Salt and pepper
2-3 tablespoons white-wine vinegar

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, bring cranberries, apricots, wine, and 1/2 cup water to a rapid simmer over medium. Cook, stirring occasionally, until liquid is almost absorbed and fruit is softened, 10 minutes. Stir in ginger and season with salt, pepper, and vinegar. Serve at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 147 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 1 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh, ripe cranberries. This will give your sauce the best flavor and texture.
  • Don't overcook the cranberries. They should be cooked until they are just beginning to burst, but not so long that they become mushy.
  • Add a little bit of sweetness to balance out the tartness of the cranberries. You can use sugar, honey, maple syrup, or even stevia.
  • Add some spices to give your sauce a unique flavor. Common spices used in cranberry sauce include cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and ginger.
  • Be creative with your ingredients. You can add other fruits, such as apples, oranges, or pears, to your sauce. You can also add nuts, such as walnuts or pecans.

Conclusion:

Cranberry sauce is a delicious and versatile condiment that can be enjoyed with a variety of dishes. Whether you are making a traditional cranberry sauce or trying a new and creative recipe, be sure to use fresh, ripe cranberries and don't overcook them. With a little bit of effort, you can make a delicious cranberry sauce that will be the perfect addition to your holiday meal.

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