Cranberry Sauce with Port and Dried Figs

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
3%
Cranberry Sauce with Port and Dried Figs
45 min.
3
652kcal

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Elevate your holiday gatherings and festive meals with an exquisite twist on the classic cranberry sauce: Cranberry Sauce with Port and Dried Figs. This delightful side dish not only showcases the vibrant flavors of fresh cranberries, but also introduces the luxurious notes of ruby Port and the subtle sweetness of black Mission figs. Perfect for those who follow vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, or dairy-free diets, this sauce is a versatile addition that pairs beautifully with roasted meats, vegetarian platters, or even as a unique topping for cheese boards.

With a preparation time of just 45 minutes, you can easily whip up this crowd-pleaser that serves three people. The rich, tangy taste of balsamic vinegar complements the sweetness of brown sugar, creating a tantalizing contrast that will leave your taste buds wanting more. The infusion of fresh rosemary adds an aromatic depth, while the burst of cranberries adds a burst of freshness. Imagine the beautiful ruby hue of this sauce gracing your table, bringing not only flavor but also a vibrant visual appeal to your dishes.

Prepare ahead for hassle-free entertaining, as this cranberry sauce can be made up to a week in advance—simply keep it chilled until you're ready to serve. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or looking to enhance your weeknight dinner, this Cranberry Sauce with Port and Dried Figs is sure to impress and delight all palates.

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup balsamic vinegar 
  • 12 ounce cranberries fresh
  •  figs dried black stemmed chopped
  • 0.3 cup brown sugar packed ()
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper black
  • 1.7 cups port wine 
  • inch rosemary leaves fresh
  • 0.8 cup sugar 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan

Directions

  1. Combine first 6 ingredients in medium saucepan. Bring to boil, stirring until sugar dissolves. Reduce heat to low and simmer 10 minutes. Discard rosemary.
  2. Mix in cranberries and 3/4 cup sugar. Cook over medium heat until liquid is slightly reduced and berries burst, stirring occasionally, about 6 minutes. Cool.
  3. Transfer sauce to bowl; chill until cold. (Cranberry sauce can be prepared 1 week ahead. Cover and keep refrigerated.)

Nutrition Facts

Calories652kcal
Protein1.56%
Fat1.69%
Carbs96.75%

Properties

Glycemic Index
86.03
Glycemic Load
54.28
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
10.86913055959%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
53.32mg
Petunidin
8.84mg
Delphinidin
13.9mg
Malvidin
126.94mg
Pelargonidin
0.38mg
Peonidin
60.99mg
Catechin
15.71mg
Epigallocatechin
0.84mg
Epicatechin
15.7mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
1.1mg
Naringenin
1.26mg
Apigenin
0.03mg
Luteolin
0.1mg
Kaempferol
0.14mg
Myricetin
7.52mg
Quercetin
26.71mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:652.1kcal
32.61%
Fat:1.01g
1.55%
Saturated Fat:0.24g
1.47%
Carbohydrates:130.04g
43.35%
Net Carbohydrates:121.33g
44.12%
Sugar:107.81g
119.79%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:27.48mg
1.19%
Alcohol:20.4g
100%
Alcohol %:5.44%
100%
Protein:2.1g
4.2%
Manganese:0.85mg
42.46%
Fiber:8.71g
34.83%
Vitamin C:19.65mg
23.82%
Potassium:608.05mg
17.37%
Magnesium:50.58mg
12.64%
Copper:0.25mg
12.6%
Vitamin B6:0.24mg
12.02%
Vitamin K:12.21µg
11.63%
Vitamin E:1.65mg
10.97%
Calcium:104.7mg
10.47%
Iron:1.74mg
9.65%
Vitamin B5:0.84mg
8.45%
Vitamin A:406.82IU
8.14%
Vitamin B1:0.12mg
7.97%
Vitamin B2:0.13mg
7.7%
Phosphorus:51.53mg
5.15%
Vitamin B3:1mg
5%
Folate:14.88µg
3.72%
Zinc:0.47mg
3.15%
Selenium:1.57µg
2.25%
Source:Epicurious