This bright Cranberry-Citrus Sauce is a festive addition to any holiday meal or weeknight dinner. Fresh cranberries pop and burst with tartness, balanced beautifully by the sweetness of orange juice and a hint of citrus zest. The addition of triple sec adds a sophisticated depth of flavor, while lemon juice keeps it sharp and refreshing. It’s incredibly easy to make on the stovetop in just 30 minutes. Serve it warm over roasted turkey or chilled as a condiment for sandwiches and charcuterie. Its vibrant red color and complex flavor profile make it a crowd-pleaser that disappears quickly from the serving platter.
Cranberry-Citrus Sauce
Description
This bright Cranberry-Citrus Sauce is a festive addition to any holiday meal or weeknight dinner. Fresh cranberries pop and burst with tartness, balanced beautifully by the sweetness of orange juice and a hint of citrus zest. The addition of triple sec adds a sophisticated depth of flavor, while lemon juice keeps it sharp and refreshing. It&# 226;ÂÂs incredibly easy to make on the stovetop in just 30 minutes. Serve it warm over roasted turkey or chilled as a condiment for sandwiches and charcuterie. Its vibrant red color and complex flavor profile make it a crowd-pleaser that disappears quickly from the serving platter.Ingredients
Directions
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Peel the orange, removing only the colored zest (avoiding the bitter white pith), then slice the orange thinly.
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Finely grind the sliced orange pieces in a food processor or blender until they resemble small shreds.
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In a large saucepan, combine the fresh orange juice, 2 cups of sugar, and 2 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice.
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Place the saucepan over medium-high heat and bring to a boil, stirring constantly until the sugar is completely dissolved.
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Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer gently for 5 minutes to infuse the flavors.
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Add the ground orange and 24 ounces of fresh cranberries to the saucepan.
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Continue to simmer, stirring occasionally, until the cranberries begin to pop and burst, which should take approximately 8 minutes.
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Remove the saucepan from the heat.
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Stir in 3 tablespoons of triple sec (or other orange liqueur) for added depth of flavor.
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Allow the sauce to cool completely at room temperature before serving or storing.
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Cover tightly and refrigerate; the sauce can be prepared up to 4 days in advance.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 10
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 59.8kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 0.1g1%
- Saturated Fat 0.1g1%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 1.1mg1%
- Total Carbohydrate 14.7g5%
- Dietary Fiber 0.7g3%
- Sugars 11.2g
- Protein 1.0g2%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
