Cranberry Sauce with Cassis and Dried Cherries

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Cranberry Sauce with Cassis and Dried Cherries
138 min.
12
86kcal

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Elevate your holiday table with a delightful twist on a classic favorite: Cranberry Sauce with Cassis and Dried Cherries. This vibrant sauce is not only a feast for the eyes but also a burst of flavor that perfectly complements your festive meals. Imagine the tartness of fresh cranberries mingling with the rich sweetness of dried tart cherries, all enhanced by the luxurious notes of crème de cassis, a black currant-flavored liqueur that adds depth and sophistication.

Whether you're hosting a grand Thanksgiving dinner or a cozy family gathering, this vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free recipe is sure to impress your guests. With just 138 minutes of preparation, you can create a sauce that serves up to 12 people, making it an ideal side dish for any occasion. Each serving contains only 86 calories, allowing everyone to indulge without guilt.

The process is simple yet rewarding, as you sauté shallots to bring out their sweetness before combining them with the star ingredients. The result is a beautifully balanced sauce that not only enhances your main dishes but also stands out on its own. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to whip up this delicious Cranberry Sauce with Cassis and Dried Cherries that will leave everyone asking for seconds!

Ingredients

  • tablespoon canola oil 
  • 0.7 cup cherries dried
  • 12 ounce cranberries fresh
  • 0.5 cup blackcurrants black currant-flavored ( liqueur)
  • 1.5 teaspoons lemon zest fresh grated
  • 0.5 cup shallots finely chopped
  • 0.8 cup sugar 

Equipment

  • sauce pan

Directions

  1. Heat a medium saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Add oil; swirl to coat.
  3. Add shallots; saut for 4 minutes or until tender, stirring occasionally. Increase heat to medium-high.
  4. Add cherries, crme de cassis, sugar, and cranberries; bring to a boil. Reduce heat, and simmer for 8 minutes or until cranberries begin to pop, stirring occasionally.
  5. Remove from heat; stir in rind. Cool to room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Calories86kcal
Protein2.3%
Fat12.65%
Carbs85.05%

Properties

Glycemic Index
13.92
Glycemic Load
10.43
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
2.4286956165148%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
18.39mg
Petunidin
0.18mg
Delphinidin
6.36mg
Malvidin
0.12mg
Pelargonidin
0.17mg
Peonidin
14.08mg
Catechin
0.48mg
Epigallocatechin
0.24mg
Epicatechin
1.64mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.28mg
Isorhamnetin
0.01mg
Kaempferol
0.09mg
Myricetin
2.17mg
Quercetin
4.59mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:86.46kcal
4.32%
Fat:1.29g
1.98%
Saturated Fat:0.09g
0.59%
Carbohydrates:19.49g
6.5%
Net Carbohydrates:17.97g
6.53%
Sugar:15.45g
17.17%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:1.98mg
0.09%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:0.53g
1.05%
Vitamin C:14.06mg
17.05%
Manganese:0.15mg
7.43%
Fiber:1.52g
6.09%
Vitamin E:0.63mg
4.23%
Vitamin B6:0.06mg
2.87%
Potassium:88.3mg
2.52%
Vitamin K:2.49µg
2.37%
Copper:0.03mg
1.71%
Iron:0.29mg
1.62%
Vitamin B5:0.15mg
1.47%
Magnesium:5.77mg
1.44%
Phosphorus:13.43mg
1.34%
Source:My Recipes