Cranberry Compote
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
3 mins
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Cook Time
7 mins
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Total Time
10 mins
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Servings
20
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Calories
35 kcal
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Course
Condiments
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Cuisine
American
Cranberry Compote
Description
The compote combines cranberries with granulated sugar, orange juice, orange zest, and vanilla extract. Heating the mixture over medium heat until boiling and then simmering until the berries burst and the liquid thickens yields a bright, tangy sauce with a pleasant balance of sweetness and acidity. The orange components add citrus aroma and depth.
This versatile compote works well as an accompaniment to various dishes, from pancakes and yogurt to roasted meats. It can be served at different temperatures based on preference.
To add a autumnal or spicy touch, grated ginger or warming spices like clove, cinnamon, and nutmeg may be stirred in. For variety, other berries such as blackberries or raspberries can be mixed in. Substituting lemon juice and zest for orange offers a more tart profile. Cooling the compote before storing in sanitized containers in the refrigerator preserves its freshness and safety.
Ingredients
- 2 cups Cranberry or thawed frozen cranberries, fresh
- ¾ cup granulated sugar 150g
- 4 tablespoons orange juice
- orange zest of ½ fruit
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Wash the cranberries.
- Stir all the ingredients together in a medium saucepan over a medium heat and bring to the boil.
- Reduce the heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, for 5-7 minutes or until the cranberries burst and the sauce thickens.
- Allow to cool slightly and transfer to a bowl or jar and allow to cool.
- Store in the fridge in an airtight container and serve warm, cold or at room temperature.
Notes
- Protect yourself from hot, bubbling mixture to avoid burns when cooking the compote.
- Allow the compote to cool before transferring to containers to prevent splashing and injury.
- Use sanitized jars or containers for storage to prevent bacterial growth.
- Fully thaw frozen cranberries before use for even cooking.
- Add fresh grated ginger or warming spices for additional layers of flavor.
- Substitute lemon juice and zest to create a more tart variation.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 20Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 35 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 35kcal | 2% |
| Carbohydrates | 9g | 3% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 1mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 16mg | 0% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 8g | 16% |
| Vitamin A | 13IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 3mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 1mg | 0% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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