Cabernet-Cranberry Sauce with Figs

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
1%
Cabernet-Cranberry Sauce with Figs
300 min.
4
278kcal

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Elevate your holiday table with a delightful twist on a classic favorite: Cabernet-Cranberry Sauce with Figs. This vibrant, tangy sauce is not only a stunning accompaniment to your festive meals but also a versatile addition to any dish. Imagine the rich, bold flavors of Cabernet Sauvignon mingling with the tartness of fresh cranberries and the natural sweetness of dried Calimyrna figs. The result is a luscious sauce that perfectly balances sweet and savory notes, making it an irresistible side dish for your Thanksgiving turkey or a flavorful topping for roasted meats.

What makes this recipe even more appealing is its inclusive nature. It’s vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free, ensuring that everyone at your table can enjoy it without worry. With just a little bit of preparation, you can create a sauce that not only tastes gourmet but also looks stunning in its deep ruby hue. Plus, it can be made ahead of time, allowing you to focus on other aspects of your meal.

Whether you’re serving it alongside savory dishes or spreading it on toast for a delightful breakfast treat, this Cabernet-Cranberry Sauce with Figs is sure to impress. So gather your ingredients, and let’s get cooking! Your taste buds will thank you for this delicious addition to your culinary repertoire.

Ingredients

  • cup wine 
  • 12 ounce cranberries fresh
  • cup figs dried trimmed coarsely chopped
  • 1.5 inch orange zest 
  • 0.8 cup sugar 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan
  • sieve

Directions

  1. Bring wine to a boil with figs in a small saucepan, then remove from heat and steep figs, covered, until tender, about 30 minutes. Strain mixture through a sieve into a medium heavy saucepan and reserve figs in a small bowl.
  2. Add cranberries, sugar, and zest to wine and bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring until sugar has dissolved. Adjust heat and continue to simmer, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until cranberries burst and mixture is thickened slightly, 10 to 15 minutes.
  3. Remove from heat and discard orange zest strips, then stir in figs.
  4. Let cool completely.
  5. •Cranberry sauce can be made 1 week ahead and chilled in an airtight container. Bring to room temperature before serving, and if desired, thin with warm water.•If serving 2 to 4 people, sauce recipe can be halved, but because cranberry sauce keeps indefinitely in the refrigerator—and we think this one is particularly delicious—we suggest you make the full amount and enjoy it for months to come with chicken or pork, or as a topping for toast.

Nutrition Facts

Calories278kcal
Protein1.43%
Fat1.48%
Carbs97.09%

Properties

Glycemic Index
44.02
Glycemic Load
35.27
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
5.0530434898708%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
39.78mg
Petunidin
1.99mg
Delphinidin
9.03mg
Malvidin
16.12mg
Pelargonidin
0.28mg
Peonidin
42.92mg
Catechin
5.89mg
Epigallocatechin
0.63mg
Epicatechin
10.41mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.82mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Isorhamnetin
0.01mg
Kaempferol
0.11mg
Myricetin
5.81mg
Quercetin
16.2mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:277.99kcal
13.9%
Fat:0.41g
0.63%
Saturated Fat:0.04g
0.27%
Carbohydrates:60.71g
20.24%
Net Carbohydrates:55.83g
20.3%
Sugar:50.7g
56.33%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:2.7mg
0.12%
Alcohol:6.3g
100%
Alcohol %:3.29%
100%
Protein:0.89g
1.78%
Fiber:4.88g
19.51%
Manganese:0.38mg
19.17%
Vitamin C:14.39mg
17.44%
Vitamin E:1.19mg
7.93%
Vitamin K:7.03µg
6.7%
Potassium:208.03mg
5.94%
Vitamin B6:0.12mg
5.85%
Copper:0.09mg
4.63%
Vitamin B5:0.43mg
4.33%
Magnesium:15.37mg
3.84%
Vitamin B2:0.05mg
3.21%
Vitamin B1:0.05mg
3.12%
Calcium:29.41mg
2.94%
Vitamin A:139.02IU
2.78%
Iron:0.44mg
2.45%
Phosphorus:17.84mg
1.78%
Vitamin B3:0.33mg
1.66%
Folate:4.69µg
1.17%
Zinc:0.17mg
1.14%
Source:Epicurious