Cranberry jalapeno relish (2024)

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.

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

Made with jalapeno, cranberry, and with warm ginger. It tastes excellent when using fresh or frozen cranberry, like cranberry salsa. 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? And this cranberry jalapeno relish is a real example to showcase a 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. And this is one of the highly suggested recipes for people who don’t prefer cranberry.

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

The goodness of the spicy 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.

Easy. No incremental or batches of adding ingredients. Just dump all the ingredients together in a single go.

Minimal ingredients. A perfect tasting side made using less than five ingredients, that are easily accessible.

Simple process. Bring everything to a boil and cook for 10 minutes. It's a simple recipe that's written in two lines. But delicious and worth your time.

Delicious. The jalapeno cranberry relish tastes everything autumn. The jalapeno gives a spicy dimension, and the fresh grated Ginger gives a warm depth to the recipe.

Vegan. Naturally, this recipe is also dairy-free and vegan. Every bite delivers an enchanting taste and tingles the taste buds.

Ingredients and their substitutions

Cranberry. Use half a bag of cranberries. Feel free to use the fresh cranberries and the 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. 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 ginger and ground ginger gives distinct taste 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 into half. Remove the ribs and the 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.

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 as a top layer in 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.

Storage Tips

Refrigerate. Store them in an air-tight container for up to 10 days.

Freeze. Store the leftover cranberry relish in freezer-safe air-tight bags or containers for up to 4 months. To thaw, let them in the refrigerator overnight.

Reheat. It tastes good when it is at room temperature. You may gently warm it over the microwave or on the stovetop.

Other flavors to addon

Cilantro. Brings freshness and makes the jalapeno cranberry relish more aromatic.

Orange zest. Add it instead of orange zest.

Mint. Makes the relish tastes and smells distinct in a delectable way.

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 you find the relish too thick, dilute it with warm water. And give a quick stir on medium heat.

Equipements

Skillet. A high-quality, heavy-bottomed skillet is a must-have in the kitchen.

Measuring spoons and cups. These are easy to clean up and easy to store.

Printable recipe card

Other Jalapeno recipes

• Jalapeno simple syrup
• Jalapeno mustard
• Jalapeno Lemonade
• Homemade jalapeno salsa
• Jalapeno recipes