Description
A tangy and sweet cranberry ketchup infused with warm holiday spices like cloves and cinnamon. Perfect for turkey sandwiches, roasted veggies, or as a festive gift.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces fresh or frozen cranberries
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1 finely chopped onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine cranberries, water, and brown sugar. Heat over medium heat until the cranberries begin to burst, about 8-10 minutes.
- Stir in apple cider vinegar, finely chopped onion, and minced garlic. Cook for another 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Add ground cinnamon, ground cloves, and a pinch of salt. Stir well and simmer for another 10 minutes until the mixture thickens.
- Remove the saucepan from heat and let the mixture cool slightly. Use an immersion blender or transfer to a regular blender and blend until smooth. For a smoother texture, pass the mixture through a fine mesh strainer.
- Taste the ketchup and adjust the seasoning as needed. Add more sugar for sweetness, vinegar for tanginess, or spices for depth.
- Transfer the ketchup to glass jars or airtight containers and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
Notes
[‘If using a regular blender, blend in small batches to avoid spills.’, ‘Cranberry ketchup tastes even better after sitting overnight, so prepare it ahead of time.’, ‘Adjust the seasoning to suit your preferences—add more cinnamon, sugar, or vinegar as needed.’]
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 25
- Sugar: 5
- Sodium: 10
- Carbohydrates: 6
- Fiber: 1
Keywords: cranberry ketchup, holiday condiment, homemade ketchup, festive recipe, cranberry sauce alternative