Cranberry Jalapeno Relish

Name: Cranberry Jalapeno Relish
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Ingredients: 11/2 cup cranberry (1/2 bag-6oz or ); 1 jalapeno; 1/2 cup sugar; 1 tbsp lime juice; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp ginger (grated )

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Everyone loves this cranberry jalapeno relish; it is easy, quick, and incredibly delicious. This is a perfect holiday side dish for a family or a crowd. Bring everything to a boil and cook for 10 minutes.

How We Came Up With This Recipe?

Want extra depth of flavors and are looking for a stellar recipe for dinner? This sweet and spicy jalapeno cranberry relish transforms a classic dish into a fun and memorable holiday side.

It's made with jalapeno, cranberry, and warm ginger. It tastes excellent when using fresh or frozen cranberries, like cranberry salsa. This is a freezer-friendly and make-ahead-friendly recipe.

From scratch, efforts do not always come with a tag of workloads. Can you ever imagine a party dish made in under 10 minutes? This cranberry jalapeno relish is an authentic recipe with minimal work but exceptional taste, like this jalapeno peanut brittle.

This spicy relish goes with almost everything, is affordable, and is liked even by picky eaters. It is a highly suggested recipe for people who don’t prefer cranberries.

It's so easy to put them in the back stove while you cook other food.

Why You'll Love This Cranberry Jalapeno Relish?

Fast. Time is the primary constraint when planning a holiday dinner, as each dish is coupled with other pairing words. And this delicious cranberry jalapeno relish does not take much time.
Minimal ingredients. A perfect-tasting side made using less than five ingredients that are easily accessible.
Delicious. The jalapeno cranberry relish tastes everything autumn. The jalapeno adds a spicy dimension, and the fresh grated Ginger gives the recipe a warm depth.
Vegan. This recipe is also dairy-free and vegan. Every bite delivers an enchanting taste that tingles the taste buds.

The Ingredients

cranberry, jalapeno, and other ingredients are placed in a tray

Cranberry. Use half a bag of cranberries. Feel free to use fresh or Frozen cranberries. Both taste equally good and meet your expectations.
Jalapeno. The jalapeno's heat and flavors bring incredible flavors to the sauce. Remove the white membrane and the jalapeno seeds for mildly spiced relish, or leave some seeds on for moderate heat.
Ginger gives a warm aroma that’s great for the holiday season. Use fresh or ground ginger. Typically, both of these versions are ideal for the relish. My favorite is freshly grated ginger. Please note that fresh and ground ginger have distinct tastes and flavors.
Lemon juice. Lemon or lime juice works excellent here; I did it for the extra punch.
Sugar. I know it’s lots of sugar, so reduce it to suit your preference.

How To Make Cranberry Jalapeno Relish?

Cut the jalapeno in half. Remove the ribs and seeds and cut them into small cubes. Wear gloves if you are sensitive to peppers.

In low to medium heat, place a pan.

Add cranberries, chopped jalapenos, sugar, lime juice, and grated ginger.

cooking the cranberries to make the relish

Cover with a lid and cook for 10 minutes or until the cranberries are soft.

Smash the Cranberries gently with that spoon and transfer the cranberry jalapeno relish to a serving bowl.

Best To Serve With

Cheese. Pour them over a block of cream cheese, and a significant dip is ready to surprise the guests.
Burger or Sandwich. Smather is the top layer of the sandwich.
Grilled sausages. A delectable side that tempts keep wanting more.
As a glaze, puree it, and spread it over grilled meat as a glaze. The sweet and spicy coats are incredible.
Salad dressing. Drizzle over the salad for a quick, delicious bite.

Other Flavors To Addon

Cilantro. It brings freshness and makes the jalapeno cranberry relish more aromatic.
Orange zest. Add it instead of orange zest.
Mint. It makes the relish taste and smell distinct in a delectable way.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I reduce the sugar quantity?

The sugar is required to compensate for the cranberry’s natural sourness. Reducing the sugar makes the relish taste slightly sour and affects storage time.

How to dilute?

If the relish is too thick, dilute it with warm water and give it a quick stir on medium heat.

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