Best 4 Spicy Cranberry Salsa Recipes

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Spice up your next gathering with a zesty and vibrant spicy cranberry salsa! Featuring the tangy sweetness of cranberries balanced perfectly with a kick of heat, this easy-to-make salsa is sure to be the star of any party. It is a delightful dip, condiment, or topping that will add a burst of flavor to your favorite dishes. With just a handful of simple ingredients and minimal preparation, you can whip up this delightful salsa in no time. The combination of flavors is sure to impress even the most discerning palates.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

SPICY CRANBERRY SALSA



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 32m

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Empty a 12-ounce bag of fresh or frozen cranberries into a saucepan and transfer 1/2 cup to a small bowl. Add 1 cup sugar, 1 strip orange or lemon zest and 2 tablespoons water to the pan and cook over low heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar dissolves and the cranberries are soft, about 10 minutes. Increase the heat to medium and cook until the cranberries burst, about 12 minutes. Reduce the heat to low and stir in the reserved cranberries. Add sugar, salt and pepper to taste. Chop 1 cup raw cranberries in a food processor and add to cranberry sauce. Stir in 1 thinly sliced jalapeno, 1 tablespoon lime juice and 1 teaspoon each honey and salt. Let cool to room temperature. Just before serving, add 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro.

SPICY CRANBERRY SALSA



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Fruity flavors and racy hot peppers make this a zingy accompaniment to poultry or pork.

Provided by RJStasiak

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes     Salsa Recipes

Time 4h20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups chopped cranberries
1 small apple - peeled, cored, and finely chopped
1 orange - peeled, sectioned, seeded, and finely chopped
⅓ cup white sugar
1 shallot, finely chopped
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped, or more to taste
1 green onion, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lime juice
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar

Steps:

  • Mix cranberries, apple, orange, sugar, shallot, jalapeno pepper, green onion, lime juice, and vinegar together in a bowl. Cover bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for flavors to blend, 4 to 24 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 77.2 calories, Carbohydrate 20 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 0.5 g, Sodium 2.6 mg, Sugar 14.9 g

SPICY CRANBERRY SALSA



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This beautiful holiday dish is a big hit at our house. We serve it on wheat or other crispy crackers. Cranberries and various forms of chile peppers combine to make a very nice sweet-heat treat. -Diane Smith, Pine Mountain, Georgia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 25m

Yield 24 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 package (12 ounces) fresh or frozen cranberries
1/4 cup coarsely chopped green onions
1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves
1/4 cup coarsely chopped green pepper
1 tablespoon minced fresh gingerroot
2 to 3 teaspoons ground chipotle pepper
1 medium lime
1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chiles, drained
3/4 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
3 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
Assorted crackers

Steps:

  • Place the first 6 ingredients in a food processor. Finely grate enough zest from lime to measure 2 teaspoons. Cut lime crosswise in half; squeeze juice from lime. Add zest and juice to food processor. Process until coarsely chopped. Transfer to a bowl. Stir in diced tomatoes and green chiles, sugar, salt and cayenne. Refrigerate, covered, at least 4 hours., Arrange cream cheese on a serving platter; top with cranberry salsa. Serve with crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 134 calories, Fat 10g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 29mg cholesterol, Sodium 184mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

SPICY CRANBERRY SALSA



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Add some spice to a classic Thanksgiving side dish with this Tex-Mex transformation that calls for chilies, lime and cilantro to liven up the sweetened berries.

Provided by By Angie McGowan

Categories     Condiment

Time 1h

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 bag (12 oz) fresh or frozen cranberries (3 cups)
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1 cup water
1 can (4 oz) Old El Paso™ chopped green chiles
1 teaspoon grated lime peel
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
Fresh cilantro sprig, if desired

Steps:

  • In 2-quart saucepan, stir together cranberries, brown sugar, water, green chiles and lime peel. Heat to boiling; reduce heat to medium. Cook uncovered 10 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until cranberries begin to burst and mixture has thickened slightly.
  • Remove from heat; stir in chopped cilantro. Cool completely (salsa will continue to thicken as it cools). Store covered in refrigerator. Serve salsa chilled or at room temperature. Garnish with cilantro sprig.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving

Tips for Making the Best Spicy Cranberry Salsa

  • Choose fresh, ripe cranberries. Avoid cranberries that are bruised or soft.
  • Use a variety of peppers. This will give your salsa a complex flavor. Some good options include jalapeños, serranos, and habaneros.
  • Roast the peppers before adding them to the salsa. This will help to mellow their flavor and make them easier to digest.
  • Use a good quality olive oil. This will help to bring out the flavors of the other ingredients.
  • Add some fresh herbs to the salsa. This will brighten up the flavor and make it more refreshing.
  • Taste the salsa and adjust the seasonings as needed. You may want to add more or less sugar, salt, or pepper, depending on your personal preference.

Conclusion

This spicy cranberry salsa is a delicious and easy-to-make condiment that can be used to add flavor to a variety of dishes. It is perfect for serving with tacos, burritos, grilled meats, or fish. It can also be used as a topping for salads or nachos. The sweet and tangy flavor of the cranberries is complemented by the spicy peppers, and the fresh herbs add a refreshing touch. This salsa is sure to be a hit at your next party or gathering. That's all for my summary of the Spicy Cranberry Salsa recipe. If you have any questions, feel free to ask.

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