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Cranberry Orange Jalapeño Sauce: Easy 3-Ingredient Party Recipe

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This vibrant cranberry orange jalapeño sauce combines tart cranberries, sweet oranges, and a spicy kick of jalapeño for a bold, colorful condiment. Perfect for holiday gatherings, cheese boards, or as a zesty topping for meats and appetizers.

Ingredients

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  • 12 oz (340 g) fresh cranberries (or frozen, unthawed)
  • 2 medium oranges (zest and juice, about 1/2 cup juice)
  • 1 medium jalapeño, finely diced (seeds removed for mild, leave in for extra heat)
  • Optional: 1/3 cup sugar or honey
  • Optional: Pinch of salt (about 1/8 tsp)
  • Optional: Extra citrus (lemon zest or lime juice)

Instructions

  1. Wash cranberries. Zest oranges with a microplane, then juice them (about 1/2 cup juice). Finely dice jalapeño, removing seeds for less heat or leaving them in for more spice.
  2. Add cranberries, orange juice, orange zest, and jalapeño to a medium saucepan. If using sugar or honey, add now. Stir to combine.
  3. Place saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally. Cranberries will begin to pop after 4-5 minutes.
  4. Simmer for 10-12 minutes, stirring every couple of minutes. Cranberries should burst and sauce will thicken and look glossy. Add a splash of water or orange juice if too thick.
  5. Taste and adjust sweetness or heat. Add more sugar/honey or orange juice as needed. Add a pinch of salt if desired.
  6. Remove from heat and let cool to room temperature before serving. For a smoother sauce, press through a fine mesh strainer.
  7. Transfer to a glass jar or airtight container. Store in refrigerator up to 1 week or freeze up to 2 months.

Notes

Zest oranges before juicing for ease. Adjust jalapeño heat to taste. Sauce thickens as it cools; add orange juice to loosen if needed. Make ahead for best flavor. For a chunkier texture, skip straining. Use fresh, firm cranberries for best results.

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Keywords: cranberry sauce, orange, jalapeño, holiday, Thanksgiving, party, easy, spicy, condiment, vegan, gluten-free

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