Pungent Cranberry Orange Sauce Recipe

Elevate your Thanksgiving feast with this vibrant and zesty cranberry orange sauce! Bursting with fresh cranberry flavor, a hint of orange zest, and a delightful kick of horseradish, this easy-to-make sauce is best prepared the day before to allow the flavors to meld beautifully. The perfect complement to roasted poultry, this recipe is sure to become a holiday tradition.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 215.3 kcal
Protein 3g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Pungent Cranberry Orange Sauce

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How to Make Pungent Cranberry Orange Sauce

  1. Combine 12 ounces fresh cranberries, 1/2 cup orange juice, 1/4 cup orange zest, 1/4 cup sugar, 1 tablespoon grated fresh horseradish, and 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon in a small saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Bring the mixture to a simmer, stirring occasionally. Cook until the cranberries burst and the sauce begins to thicken, about 10-15 minutes.
  3. Remove from heat and stir in 2 tablespoons of honey.
  4. Stir well to combine all ingredients thoroughly.
  5. Pour the sauce into a heatproof bowl and allow to cool completely.
  6. Refrigerate for at least 8 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to develop fully.
  7. Taste and adjust the amount of horseradish and honey to your preference before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

181g

Fat

0g

Carbs

18g