Best 6 Sweet Tart Cranberry Relish Recipes

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In the realm of holiday culinary delights, one dish stands out as a true embodiment of festive flavors: sweet tart cranberry relish. This delectable condiment, often gracing the Thanksgiving and Christmas tables, offers a vibrant blend of tangy cranberries, sugar, and spices that promises to tantalize taste buds and add a touch of magic to any meal. Whether you prefer a classic recipe passed down through generations or a modern twist with unexpected ingredients, there's a sweet tart cranberry relish recipe waiting to be discovered. So, let's embark on a culinary journey and explore the world of cranberry relish, uncovering the secrets to creating the perfect accompaniment to your holiday feast.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

TART CRANBERRY-ONION RELISH



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Categories     Berry     Fruit     Freeze/Chill     Christmas     Thanksgiving     Cranberry     Fall     Winter     Chill     Gourmet

Yield Makes about 3 1/2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (12-oz) package fresh or unthawed frozen cranberries
1 (3/4-lb) sweet onion, chopped (2 cups)
1 (12-oz) jar red-currant jelly
1/4 cup cider vinegar
2 to 4 tablespoons sugar (to taste)

Steps:

  • Stir together all ingredients in a 2- to 3-quart heavy saucepan, then bring to a boil, covered. Remove lid and reduce heat, then simmer until cranberries have burst, about 5 minutes. Transfer to a bowl and cool, uncovered. Chill, covered, at least 8 hours for flavors to meld. Serve at room temperature.

THREE CRANBERRY RELISH



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An easy to prepare, cooked, cranberry relish. Goes great with ham, poultry and pork. Originally submitted to ThanksgivingRecipe.com.

Provided by Linda

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

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pound cranberries
1 (12 fluid ounce) can frozen cranberry juice concentrate
1 ½ cups sweetened-dried cranberries
¼ cup orange juice
⅔ cup white sugar
1 tablespoon orange zest

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in a 3 quart sauce pan and cook over medium heat until cranberries pop. Serve warm or cold. As it the relish sits it thickens up.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 222.4 calories, Carbohydrate 57 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 0.3 g, Sodium 2.7 mg, Sugar 48.3 g

SWEET & TART CRANBERRY RELISH



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This is the only cranberry relish my kids will eat. It can be made up to one week ahead of time, and I personally think it gets better after it sits for a day or two. If you have leftovers after a big meal, spoon it over turkey sandwiches the next day.-Sheila Tate, Hartselle, Alabama

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 25m

Yield 20 servings (1/4 cup each).

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pound fresh or frozen cranberries
1 package (10 ounces) dried cranberries
2-1/2 cups water
1 cup sugar
1 cup raisins
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine all ingredients. Bring to a boil, stirring to dissolve sugar. Reduce heat to medium; cook, uncovered, 10-15 minutes or until berries pop, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat., Transfer to a large bowl; refrigerate, covered, until cold.

Nutrition Facts :

SWEET-AND-TART CRANBERRY SAUCE



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Categories     Sauce     Berry     Christmas     Thanksgiving     Cranberry     Orange     Parsley     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes about 5 cups

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 12-ounce bags fresh cranberries, divided
1 3/4 cups sugar
1 cup orange juice
1 cup fresh Italian parsley leaves
1 tablespoon grated orange peel

Steps:

  • Bring 1 bag cranberries, sugar, and orange juice to boil in medium saucepan, stirring until sugar dissolves. Reduce heat to medium. Simmer until sauce is bubbling thickly, about 10 minutes. Cool. (Can be made 1 week ahead. Cover; chill.)
  • Using on/off turns, chop remaining bag of cranberries, parsley, and orange peel in processor. Stir cranberry relish into cranberry sauce. (Can be made 4 hours ahead. Cover and refrigerate.)

FRESH SWEET CRANBERRY SAUCE WITH A TWIST



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I've been making these cranberries for nearly 30 years. It's the first thing I prepare for Thanksgiving and Christmas. I make them the weekend before so they have lots of time to sit and have even better flavor! I hollow out fresh oranges for serving cups. Makes a beautiful presentation and I use the orange segments in my turkey brine. Cut the oranges in a zig-zag pattern around the center to make it even more holiday special! Make ahead several days before serving for best flavor. I suppose they could be served warm as well, but I find the coolness of the berries is a nice contrast with the other hot foods in the meal. You can use 2 to 3 cinnamon sticks in place of ground cinnamon, which will yield a lighter color.

Provided by aunt tilly

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

Time 1h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 ½ cups white sugar
⅔ cup water
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 (12 ounce) package fresh cranberries, rinsed

Steps:

  • Stir sugar, water, and cinnamon together in a saucepan; bring to a boil. Add cranberries to the boiling water mixture and cook until they begin to pop, about 10 minutes. Pour cranberry mixture into a glass bowl.
  • Refrigerate, stirring occasionally, until completely chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 220.2 calories, Carbohydrate 57.1 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 0.2 g, Sodium 1.9 mg, Sugar 52.2 g

CRANBERRY SAUCE



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Serve this cranberry sauce as a side dish or spread it on a sandwich with leftover turkey.From the book "Mad Hungry" by Lucinda Scala Quinn (Artisan Books).

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dinner Recipes     Dinner Side Dishes

Yield Makes 3 cups

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup water
1 medium orange, washed and dried
1 lemon, washed and dried
3 cups fresh cranberries (1 12-ounce package)
2 cups sugar
3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves

Steps:

  • Place 1/2 cup of the water in a blender jar. Cut the orange and lemon into eighths, keeping the peel but removing all seeds.
  • Blend half the orange and lemon pieces for 10 seconds. Add half the cranberries and blend just until the mixture is a coarse chop. Place in a saucepan. Repeat with the remaining water, orange and lemon wedges, and cranberries, and add the mixture to the pan.
  • Add the sugar, cinnamon, and cloves to the pan. Bring to a boil over high heat, reduce the heat, and simmer for 10 minutes, or until the sugar is dissolved and the flavors blend. Cool to room temperature and serve.

Tips:

  • Use fresh cranberries. Fresh cranberries have a tart flavor that is perfect for relish. If you can't find fresh cranberries, you can use frozen cranberries, but thaw them before using.
  • Chop the cranberries coarsely. This will help the relish to retain its texture.
  • Add some sweetness. Sugar, honey, or maple syrup are all good options. You can also use a combination of sweeteners.
  • Add some tartness. Lemon juice or vinegar are both good options. You can also use a combination of tart ingredients.
  • Add some spices. Ground cinnamon, nutmeg, or ginger are all good options. You can also use a combination of spices.
  • Chill the relish before serving. This will help the flavors to meld together.

Conclusion:

Cranberry relish is a delicious and versatile side dish that can be enjoyed with a variety of meals. It is also a great way to use up leftover cranberries. Whether you are making it for a holiday dinner or a weeknight meal, cranberry relish is sure to be a hit.

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