How to Make Jalapeño Cranberry Sauce - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're looking to add a little kick to your traditional cranberry sauce, then this recipe for Jalapeño Cranberry Sauce is the perfect solution. With just the right balance of sweet and spicy, this sauce is sure to be a hit at any holiday gathering or dinner party. Whether you serve it alongside your Thanksgiving turkey or Christmas ham, this unique twist on a classic side dish is sure to impress your guests.

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 1 (12 ounce) bag fresh cranberries, rinsed and drained
  • 3 medium jalapeño peppers, seeded and minced
  • 2 teaspoons lemon juice
  • ½ cup sherry

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 8

  • Mix water and sugar together in a saucepan over medium heat until sugar is dissolved and mixture is boiling, about 5 minutes. Add cranberries, jalapeño peppers, and lemon juice; return to boil.
  • Reduce heat to a gentle simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, until cranberries have broken down and sauce has thickened, 10 to 25 minutes. Stir in sherry.
  • Remove from the heat and let cool to room temperature. Serve or transfer to a glass container, cover, and refrigerate until ready to serve.
  • Nutrition

    132 cal.

    • Sodium: 92mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 33g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Protein: 0g
    • Vitamin C: 9mg
    • Calcium: 6mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 58mg