Blood Orange Cranberry Sauce Recipe
This Blood Orange Cranberry Sauce Recipe blends fresh cranberries, blood orange juice, and sugar into a vibrant, tart-sweet sauce that’s perfect for pairing with poultry or holiday meals.
8 Servings
Ingredients
- 12 oz fresh cranberries
- 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
- Juice and zest of 1 blood orange
- 1/3 cup water
Instructions
Prepare the saucepan:
- Place the cranberries, sugar, water, and the juice and zest of the blood orange into a small saucepan.
Cook the mixture:
- Heat over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, and allow the mixture to simmer for approximately 10 minutes, or until the cranberries begin to burst. At this stage, the sauce will appear thin.
Mash and adjust sweetness:
- Remove from the heat and gently mash the remaining cranberries with the back of a spoon or stir until the mixture thickens slightly. Taste the sauce and add additional sugar if it is too tart for your preference.
Cool before serving:
- Transfer the sauce to a bowl and allow it to cool for at least one hour. Alternatively, the sauce may be prepared 1–3 days in advance and stored in the refrigerator. Stir with a fork before serving to loosen the texture.
Serving suggestion:
- Serve over poultry such as turkey, chicken, or duck, or with pork for a festive pairing.
Notes
This Blood Orange Cranberry Sauce Recipe is naturally gluten-free as written. Ensure that no cross-contamination occurs if serving alongside gluten-containing dishes.