Description
The tangy sweetness of cranberries paired with the rich depth of red wine creates a delightful topping for fresh oysters, perfect for holiday gatherings or quiet seafood nights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup fresh cranberries, finely chopped
- 1/3 cup dry red wine (e.g., Cabernet Sauvignon or Merlot)
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 2 small shallots, finely minced
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper, or to taste
- Pinch of salt
- 1 teaspoon honey (optional)
Instructions
- Finely chop the fresh cranberries and set them aside.
- Peel and finely mince the shallots. Soak them in cold water for a milder flavor, if desired.
- In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the cranberries, shallots, red wine, red wine vinegar, black pepper, and salt.
- Add honey if you prefer a slightly sweeter mignonette and mix well.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Serve the chilled mignonette over freshly shucked oysters.
Notes
[‘Choose a dry red wine with bold flavors for the best results.’, ‘Finely chop the cranberries and shallots for a smooth texture.’, ‘Taste as you go to balance the tartness, sweetness, and acidity.’, ‘Chill the mignonette for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.’, ‘Serve the mignonette well-chilled for the best flavor profile.’]
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon per oys
- Calories: 15
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 50
- Carbohydrates: 3
Keywords: cranberry mignonette, red wine mignonette, oyster topping, seafood recipe, holiday recipe, festive mignonette