Description
A tangy, probiotic-rich cranberry relish with ginger and orange, perfect for holiday meals or as a versatile topping.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups (200g) fresh cranberries
- 1 tablespoon (15g) fresh ginger, finely grated
- 1 teaspoon (5g) orange zest
- 1/4 cup (60ml) fresh orange juice
- 2 tablespoons (30ml) honey (or maple syrup for vegan option)
- 1 teaspoon (5g) salt
- 1/4 cup (60ml) filtered water
Instructions
- Rinse the cranberries under cold water and discard any soft or bruised ones. Grate the ginger and zest the orange.
- In a medium bowl, combine the cranberries, grated ginger, orange zest, orange juice, honey, and salt. Stir gently until well combined.
- Transfer the mixture into your glass jar, packing it down lightly with a wooden spoon to minimize air pockets. Leave about 1 inch (2.5cm) of headspace at the top.
- Pour the filtered water over the cranberry mixture until it’s fully submerged. If necessary, place a small weight (like a clean glass or fermentation weight) on top to keep the cranberries under the brine.
- Close the jar loosely to allow gas to escape during fermentation. Place the jar in a cool, dark spot. Let it ferment for 3-7 days, checking daily to ensure the cranberries stay submerged.
- After 3 days, taste the relish. If it’s tangy and flavorful, it’s ready. If you prefer a stronger fermented flavor, let it sit for up to 7 days.
- Once fermented to your liking, tighten the lid and store the relish in the refrigerator. It will keep for up to 3 weeks.
Notes
[‘Use fresh cranberries and ginger for the best flavor and successful fermentation.’, ‘Ensure all tools and jars are thoroughly cleaned to avoid introducing harmful bacteria.’, ‘Check the jar daily during fermentation to ensure the cranberries stay submerged. Add more brine if necessary.’, ‘Taste the relish after fermentation and adjust sweetness with honey or maple syrup if desired.’, ‘The flavor develops over time, so start tasting after 3 days and decide when to stop based on your preference.’]
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 3-7 days (fermentation)
- Category: Condiment
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 45
- Sugar: 9
- Sodium: 200
- Carbohydrates: 12
- Fiber: 2
Keywords: cranberry relish, lacto-fermented, holiday recipe, probiotic, gut health, Thanksgiving, Christmas, healthy condiment