Curried fruit sauce is a versatile and flavorful sauce that can be used to add a unique and exotic touch to your holiday meats. Whether you're serving turkey, ham, or chicken, a curried fruit sauce can elevate the flavor of your dish and make it a memorable meal. With its combination of sweet, savory, and tangy flavors, this sauce is sure to impress your guests and leave them asking for more.
Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!
MOM'S CURRIED FRUIT
This is my favorite traditional side dish for our holiday meals... it may sound a bit on the weird side... but go for it!
Provided by Carrie
Categories Side Dish Curry Side Dish Recipes
Yield 9
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (205 degrees C).
- Drain the fruit and arrange it in an oven-proof casserole dish. Dot the fruit with butter or margarine. Mix the sugars and the curry powder together, sprinkle over the top of the fruit.
- Bake at 400 degrees F (205 degrees C) until slightly brown, about 15 to 20 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 250.6 calories, Carbohydrate 57.6 g, Cholesterol 6.8 mg, Fat 2.8 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 0.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 43.9 mg, Sugar 35 g
HOT CURRIED FRUIT SAUCE
This mouthwatering zesty fruit sauce truly works magic on old-fashioned baked ham. In fact, it turns it into instant party food. Since the sauce relies on canned fruit, it's handy to use as a year-round condiment.-Jean Houston, Kelowna, British Columbia
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 50m
Yield 5 cups.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a small saucepan, melt butter. Stir in the brown sugar, curry powder and salt. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes. In a lightly greased 2-qt. baking dish, combine the fruit; mix well. Pour sauce over the mixed fruit. Bake, uncovered, at 300° for 30 minutes or until heated through.
Nutrition Facts :
HOT CURRIED FRUIT
Baked and served hot, this soothing side dish is made with a colorful blend of handy canned fruits. It's simple to prepare yet special enough to serve at an Easter buffet. -Elizabeth Hunter, Prosperity, South Carolina
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 40m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a 2-1/2-qt. casserole, combine fruit and raisins. Melt butter in a small saucepan; stir in brown sugar and curry powder. Cook and stir over low heat until sugar is dissolved. Pour over fruit mixture; mix gently. Cover and bake at 400° for 30 minutes or until heated through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 244 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 54mg sodium, Carbohydrate 55g carbohydrate (49g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 1g protein.
HOLIDAY FRUIT SAUCE FOR MEAT
This can be used to garnish holiday turkey, pork chops, or any other meat that would benefit from a colorful, tasty sauce. The sauce is intended to make plain-looking food more elegant and to boost the flavor to make the dish a special one. As you can see, it's simple and fast.
Provided by Bone Man
Categories Fruit
Time 25m
Yield 1 1/2 cups
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a saucepan, bring the water and bouillon to a boil over high heat and dissolve all the granules, stirring, (NOTE: you can use 1 bouillon cube if you don't have the bouillon granules/powder).
- Once the bouillon is dissolved and the water is boiling, stir in the chopped apricots, the raisins and the cranberries. Reduce the water by about half through the boiling process and then lower the heat down to the low setting.
- Add the maple syrup and the vinegar, stirring.
- Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the butter until it melts.
- Serve hot, over the cooked meat of your choice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 406, Fat 8.4, SaturatedFat 5, Cholesterol 20.5, Sodium 318.7, Carbohydrate 87.6, Fiber 6.5, Sugar 69.2, Protein 3.5
HOT CURRIED FRUIT
Curry powder, brown sugar, and canned fruits come together in this wonderful recipe that can be eaten as a side dish (great with a pork roast!) or serve as a dessert (spoon over some vanilla ice cream-yum!) I hope you enjoy this!!
Provided by TGirl
Categories Dessert
Time 35m
Yield 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Melt butter in small pot, then add brown sugar and curry powder, stirring over low heat until sugar is dissolved.
- Combine all fruits in a 2 1/2 quart dish, then pour curry sugar mixture over fruit, tossing gently to coat.
- Cover dish and bake at 400 degrees for 30 minutes.
Tips:
- Choose a variety of fruits to create a complex and flavorful sauce. tart fruits, such as cranberries, apples, and plums, pair well with sweet fruits, such as raisins, apricots, and mangoes.
- Use fresh or frozen fruits for the best flavor. If using frozen fruits, thaw them completely before using.
- Add some spices to the sauce to give it a warm and inviting flavor. Common spices used in curried fruit sauces include cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and cloves.
- If you want a sweeter sauce, add some honey, maple syrup, or brown sugar.
- Serve the sauce warm or cold, depending on your preference.
Conclusion:
Curried fruit sauce is a delicious and versatile condiment that can be served with a variety of holiday dishes. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Experiment with different fruits and spices to create a sauce that is perfect for your next holiday gathering.
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