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–+ servings

Jalapeno Cranberry Sauce

Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes

Equipment

  • Medium Saucepan (2-3 Quarts)

Ingredients  

  • ½ cup water
  • ¾ cup sugar
  • 12 ounces fresh or frozen cranberries
  • 2 jalapeños, seeded and finely diced
  • ½ cup orange juice, from two medium oranges
  • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest

Instructions 

  • In a medium saucepan over high heat, combine sugar, water, orange juice, jalapeños, and salt. Bring to a boil.
  • Add the cranberries and orange zest and return to a boil.
  • Reduce the heat to medium and boil gently for 10 to 12 minutes until most of the cranberries have burst open, stirring occasionally.
  • Transfer sauce to a serving bowl. Cover and chill until ready to serve. Note: The sauce will continue to thicken as it cools.

Notes

1. Nutritional information is only an estimate. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site is not guaranteed.  The nutritional value is only for the jalapeno cranberry sauce and does not include any additions or substitutions.  
2. Be sure to check out the Key Ingredients along with the Recipe Tips and Notes sections found in the post, for more tips, make-ahead tips, options, substitutions, and variations for this recipe! You will also find step-by-step photos there.