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Best Make-Ahead Cranberry Orange Relish: Easy 15-Minute Recipe

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This fresh, chunky, zingy relish takes exactly fifteen minutes from start to finish. The secret is letting the food processor do all the heavy lifting, and the result is a bright, vibrant side dish that cuts through all the heavy, buttery sides.

Ingredients

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  • 12 oz fresh cranberries (1 bag)
  • 1 large orange (Navel or Cara Cara)
  • 1/3 cup maple syrup
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated (optional)
  • 1 cinnamon stick or star anise (optional)

Instructions

  1. Wash the orange thoroughly under warm water. Cut the orange into 8 to 10 chunks, leaving the peel on. Pick out any obvious seeds.
  2. Place the orange chunks into the bowl of a food processor. Pulse 5 to 7 times, for about 1 second each, until the orange is broken down into small, chunky pieces. Scrape down the sides of the bowl with a rubber spatula.
  3. Add the entire 12-ounce bag of fresh cranberries to the food processor. Pulse again, 6 to 8 times, until the cranberries are coarsely chopped. The mixture should look like a chunky, vibrant salsa.
  4. Add the 1/3 cup of maple syrup and the pinch of salt. If using fresh ginger, add it now. Pulse 2 or 3 more times, just to combine. Do not over-process.
  5. Check the texture and taste. If you want it sweeter, add another tablespoon of maple syrup and pulse once.
  6. Transfer the relish to a storage container. Place the lid on and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, but overnight is best.
  7. Before serving, give the relish a good stir. If you want a slightly looser consistency, add a tablespoon of fresh orange juice.

Notes

Don’t over-process; you want a chunky texture. The pith of the orange adds gentle bitterness and helps the relish set. Make at least a day ahead for best flavor. This relish keeps in the fridge for up to 2 weeks and freezes well for up to 3 months.

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