Cranberry Jalapeño Relish with Orange Zest
Cranberry Jalapeño Relish with Orange Zest is a vibrant and zesty condiment that perfectly balances sweet, spicy, and tangy flavors. This relish elevates any dish, from holiday feasts to everyday meals, providing an exciting twist that will impress your guests.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: About 12 servings (approximately 1½ cups total) 1x
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh cranberries
- 2 jalapeños, finely chopped (seeds removed for less heat)
- Zest of 1 orange
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup water
Instructions
- Rinse cranberries under cold water. Finely chop jalapeños and grate the orange zest.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine cranberries, sugar, jalapeños, orange zest, apple cider vinegar, salt, and water. Stir until sugar dissolves.
- Simmer for about 15 minutes or until cranberries burst and the mixture thickens.
- Taste and adjust sweetness or heat if desired.
- Allow to cool before transferring to sterilized jars. Seal tightly and refrigerate.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 30g
- Calories: 40
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For less spice, use milder peppers or reduce jalapeño quantity. Consider adding diced apples for a sweeter twist. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two weeks.