Description
Cranberry and Red Pepper Relish is a vibrant, tangy condiment that perfectly balances sweet-tart cranberries with the crisp heat of red peppers. This easy-to-make relish adds a festive touch to your holiday meals and can elevate everyday dishes with its unique flavor profile. Ideal for Thanksgiving gatherings, it creates lasting memories and brings smiles to every table. Serve chilled or at room temperature alongside turkey, ham, or as a delightful spread on sandwiches.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz fresh cranberries
- 1 cup red bell pepper, finely chopped
- 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 cup cider vinegar
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground clove
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Rinse cranberries under cold water and discard any soft ones. Finely chop the red bell pepper and onion.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine chopped onion and red bell pepper. Cook for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Add cranberries, sugar, and cider vinegar to the saucepan. Stir gently while simmering until cranberries begin to pop.
- Mix in salt, cinnamon, and clove, allowing the aroma to fill your kitchen.
- Reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 15-20 minutes until thickened slightly; stir occasionally.
- Remove from heat and let cool at room temperature before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 45
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg