Best 3 Tart Cranberry Relish Recipes

Tart cranberry relish is a classic holiday condiment that adds a bright and tangy flavor to any meal. The combination of tart cranberries, sugar, and spices creates a delicious and versatile relish that can be used as a topping for turkey, chicken, or pork, or as a side dish all on its own. With so many ways to make tart cranberry relish, it's easy to find a recipe that suits your taste.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

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

Ingredients

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.

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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

Ingredients

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.

TART CRANBERRY RELISH

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A spiced cranberry relish with apples and orange

Provided by Lipo

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

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

3 cups cranberries
1 ½ cups orange juice
1 cup thinly sliced apples
½ cup chopped golden raisins
1 tablespoon orange peel, cut into strips
1 cinnamon stick, broken into large pieces
8 whole cloves
2 ½ tablespoons red wine vinegar

Steps:

In a large saucepan, combine cranberries, orange juice, apples, raisins, orange peel, cinnamon and cloves. Bring to simmer, stirring to mix well. Cover, reduce heat to low and cook until cranberries burst and mixture thickens slightly, about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Remove from heat, stir in vinegar and cool. Cover and refrigerate at least overnight. Remove from refrigerator 20 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 107.1 calories, Carbohydrate 27.1 g, Fat 0.4 g, Fiber 4.5 g, Protein 1.2 g, Sodium 7.7 mg, Sugar 16.8 g

Tips:

Use fresh cranberries: Fresh cranberries are more flavorful and have a better texture than frozen cranberries.
Chop the cranberries coarsely: This will help to prevent the relish from becoming too mushy.
Use a variety of citrus fruits: The combination of orange, lemon, and lime zest adds a bright and tangy flavor to the relish.
Don't overcook the relish: The cranberries should be cooked until they are just softened, but not mushy.
Let the relish cool completely before serving: This will allow the flavors to develop and meld together.

Conclusion:

Tart cranberry relish is a delicious and versatile condiment that can be enjoyed with a variety of dishes. It is perfect for Thanksgiving dinner, but it can also be served with roasted chicken, pork, or fish. It can also be used as a topping for sandwiches, salads, or yogurt. No matter how you choose to serve it, tart cranberry relish is sure to be a hit.