Zesty Cranberry Jezebel Sauce
Elevate your holiday meals with this Zesty Cranberry Jezebel Sauce. A vibrant twist on the classic jezebel sauce, this delightful blend of sweet, tart, and spicy flavors is incredibly addictive. Perfect as a condiment for poultry or as a topping for cheese platters, this sauce effortlessly combines cranberries, horseradish, and Dijon mustard for an unforgettable taste sensation.
6
Servings
N/A
Calories
7
Ingredients
Ingredients
Water
1 cup (none)
Granulated sugar
1/2 cup (none)
Brown sugar
1/2 cup (packed)
Cranberries
12 ounces (fresh or frozen)
Prepared horseradish
3 tablespoons (none)
Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon (none)
Mint sprig
for garnish (none)
Instructions
1
In a medium saucepan, combine the water, granulated sugar, and packed brown sugar.
2
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a boil, ensuring the sugars dissolve completely.
3
Once boiling, add the cranberries to the saucepan. Return to a boil, then reduce the heat slightly.
4
Allow the mixture to cook for approximately 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. The cranberries should begin to burst and the mixture should thicken slightly.
5
Remove the saucepan from heat and allow the cranberry mixture to cool to room temperature.
6
Once cooled, stir in the prepared horseradish and Dijon mustard until well incorporated.
7
Transfer the sauce to a container, cover, and chill in the refrigerator to allow the flavors to meld.
8
Before serving, garnish with fresh mint sprigs as a decorative touch.
9
For a delightful appetizer, serve over light cream cheese along with crisp crackers.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Zesty Cranberry Jezebel Sauce?
It is a vibrant twist on classic jezebel sauce, blending sweet, tart, and spicy flavors using cranberries, horseradish, and Dijon mustard.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 7 ingredients required for this recipe.
Can I use frozen cranberries for this sauce?
Yes, you can use either 12 ounces of fresh or frozen cranberries.
What type of mustard is used in the recipe?
The recipe calls for one tablespoon of Dijon mustard.
How many servings does this recipe provide?
This recipe makes 6 servings.
Is this cranberry sauce spicy?
Yes, it contains prepared horseradish and Dijon mustard, giving it a zesty and spicy flavor profile.
What is the primary category for this recipe?
This recipe is categorized as Low Protein.
How long do you cook the cranberry mixture?
The cranberries should be cooked for approximately 10 minutes until they begin to burst.
When should I add the horseradish and Dijon mustard?
You should stir in the horseradish and Dijon mustard once the cooked cranberry mixture has cooled to room temperature.
How should I serve this sauce as an appetizer?
Serve the sauce over light cream cheese accompanied by crisp crackers.
What garnish is recommended for this dish?
Fresh mint sprigs are recommended as a decorative garnish before serving.
Does the sauce need to be refrigerated?
Yes, after mixing, you should transfer it to a container, cover it, and chill it in the refrigerator.
Why do you chill the sauce before serving?
Chilling the sauce allows the various flavors to meld together.
What kind of sugars are used in this recipe?
The recipe uses 1/2 cup of granulated sugar and 1/2 cup of packed brown sugar.
How much water is required?
One cup of water is used to create the base syrup.
How much prepared horseradish is needed?
The recipe requires 3 tablespoons of prepared horseradish.
What is the first step in the instructions?
In a medium saucepan, combine the water, granulated sugar, and packed brown sugar.
What should the heat setting be when dissolving the sugars?
The sugars should be dissolved over medium heat.
How do you know the sauce is thickening?
The mixture thickens as the cranberries begin to burst during the 10-minute cooking period.
Is this sauce suitable for holiday meals?
Yes, it is specifically described as a way to elevate holiday meals and pair with poultry.
What poultry does this sauce complement?
While not specifying exact birds, it is described as a perfect condiment for poultry in general.
What are the key tags associated with this recipe?
Tags include holiday, sauce, cranberry, jezebel, spicy, sweet, horseradish, and mustard.
Is there any fat or cholesterol in this recipe?
Based on the provided data, the fat and cholesterol values are not specified (null).
Can I use this on a cheese platter?
Yes, it is described as a perfect topping for cheese platters.
Should I stir the mixture while cooking?
Yes, you should stir the mixture occasionally while it cooks.
What is the preparation for the brown sugar?
The brown sugar should be packed.
Is this recipe considered versatile?
Yes, it is tagged as versatile because it can be used as a condiment, topping, or appetizer base.
Does the recipe provide nutritional information like calories?
No, the calories, carbohydrates, and sugar counts are listed as null in the provided data.
How much cranberry is needed by weight?
You need 12 ounces of cranberries.
What should I do after removing the saucepan from the heat?
Allow the cranberry mixture to cool to room temperature before adding the mustard and horseradish.