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Cranberry Compote
Embrace the sweetness and tanginess of this homemade cranberry compote. Bursting with fresh cranberries, enhanced by the warmth of spices, and rounded off by the citrusy zing of orange, this sauce is a delightful sensory experience. The combination of ingredients creates a beautiful ruby red color that looks as enticing as it tastes. Originating from the 17th century, a compote is a dessert originating from medieval Europe, made of whole or pieces of fruit in sugar syrup. Over the years, it has become a popular condiment for a variety of dishes.
Servings: 8
Ingredients
- Orange zest
- 1 tablespoon
- Ground cloves
- 1/4 teaspoon
- Cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon
- Granulated sugar
- 1 cup
- Orange juice
- 1/2 cup, freshly squeezed
- Fresh cranberries
- 4 cups
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine fresh cranberries, freshly squeezed orange juice, granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, ground cloves, and orange zest.
- Place the saucepan over medium heat. Stir the mixture occasionally until it comes to a boil.
- Once boiling, reduce the heat to low. Allow the mixture to simmer for about 10-15 minutes. During this time, the cranberries will burst and the sauce will begin to thicken.
- After simmering, remove the saucepan from the heat. Let the cranberry compote cool before serving.
- You can now serve the cranberry compote. It makes a perfect topping for desserts, pancakes, or roasted meats.
Dietary Information
Servings: 8 • Dish Type: Sauce • Prep Time: 5 minutes • Cook Time: 15 minutes • Calories: 130 • Fat: 0g • Carbs: 34g • Protein: 0g • Sodium: 2mg • Sugar: 28g
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