For a smoother sauce, you can use an immersion blender to lightly puree the mixture after the cranberries have cooked. Be careful not to over-blend. If you don't have ghost pepper sauce, any hot sauce will work. Start with a small amount and add more to taste. The cranberry sauce can be made up to 3 days in advance and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator. The addition of garam masala adds a warming depth of flavor that complements the other ingredients beautifully. Consider adding a tablespoon of Grand Marnier or Cointreau after removing from the heat for an extra layer of sophisticated flavor.
Chef John's Mango Cranberry Sauce
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PREP TIME15 mins
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COOK TIME25 mins
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TOTAL TIME1 hrs
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SERVING8 People
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VIEWS57
A vibrant and tantalizing condiment that brings a burst of tropical sweetness and tangy cranberry flavor to your table, finished with a whisper of heat. This is more than just a sauce; it's a symphony of tastes.
Ingridients
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate47 g
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Fiber3 g
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Protein1 g
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Sodium21 mg
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Sugar41 g
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Fat1 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
Step
2 mins
In a medium saucepan, combine lemon zest and juice, orange zest, diced candied mango, grated ginger, cinnamon stick, star anise pod, orange juice, garam masala, salt, water, and sugar. Stir well until the sugar is fully dissolved. (2 minutes)
02
Step
15 mins
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Once simmering, reduce the heat to low and allow the flavors to meld together as the mango softens. Simmer for approximately 15 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
03
Step
9 mins
Add the fresh cranberries to the saucepan. Increase the heat to medium, and cook until the cranberries begin to burst and break down, releasing their juices. This should take about 8-10 minutes. Use a spoon or potato masher to gently crush any stubborn, unpopped berries.
04
Step
1 mins
Remove the saucepan from the heat. Carefully add 2 to 3 drops of ghost pepper hot sauce, or more to taste, depending on your spice preference. Stir gently to incorporate the heat evenly.
05
Step
30 mins
Allow the cranberry sauce to cool to room temperature. This will allow the flavors to further develop and intensify. Once cooled, transfer the sauce to a serving bowl. Be sure to remove the cinnamon stick and star anise pod before serving. (30 minutes)
06
Step
2 hrs
Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving to allow the sauce to thicken and the flavors to fully meld. It will continue to thicken as it chills.
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Isai Yundt
Jun 24, 2025This is my new go-to cranberry sauce recipe!
Rigoberto Jacobson
Jun 20, 2025I doubled the recipe and it was gone in a flash!
Mozelle Olson
Apr 23, 2025Made this for Thanksgiving and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the mango.
Issac Mante
Apr 16, 2025The perfect balance of sweet, tart, and spicy.
Emelia Hayes
Apr 9, 2025Absolutely delicious! The hint of ginger is genius.
Cheyanne Spencer
Mar 1, 2025I was skeptical about the hot sauce, but it adds a wonderful depth of flavor.
Tyrique Mohrtillman
Jan 5, 2025I added a splash of Grand Marnier for an extra touch of elegance.
Leon Volkman
Dec 29, 2024The star anise makes it so fragrant!
Verla Flatley
Dec 25, 2024A fantastic way to use up leftover cranberries.