Cranberry Sauce with Red Wine, Pomegranate Molasses, and Mediterranean Herbs

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Cranberry Sauce with Red Wine, Pomegranate Molasses, and Mediterranean Herbs
45 min.
9
162kcal

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Elevate your holiday table with a vibrant and flavorful Cranberry Sauce that combines the tartness of fresh cranberries with the rich depth of red wine and the unique sweetness of pomegranate molasses. This delightful sauce is not only a feast for the eyes but also a perfect complement to your favorite roasted dishes, making it an essential side for any festive gathering.

What sets this recipe apart is the infusion of Mediterranean herbs, including fresh cilantro and mint, which add a refreshing twist to the traditional cranberry sauce. The dried basil brings an aromatic touch that harmonizes beautifully with the other ingredients, creating a sauce that is both sophisticated and approachable.

With its vibrant color and complex flavors, this Cranberry Sauce is sure to impress your guests while being suitable for a variety of dietary preferences. It’s vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free, making it a versatile addition to any meal. Plus, it can be prepared in advance, allowing you to enjoy more time with your loved ones during the festivities.

Ready in just 45 minutes, this sauce is a delightful blend of sweet and tart, with a hint of herbal freshness that will leave everyone asking for seconds. Whether served alongside turkey, ham, or as a topping for a cheese platter, this Cranberry Sauce with Red Wine, Pomegranate Molasses, and Mediterranean Herbs is a must-try for your next celebration!

Ingredients

  • 12 ounce cranberries fresh
  • 0.3 teaspoon basil dried (scant)
  • 0.8 cup wine dry red
  • 2.5 tablespoons cilantro leaves fresh chopped
  • 2.5 tablespoons mint leaves fresh sliced
  • tablespoons pomegranate molasses 
  • 1.3 cups sugar 

Equipment

    Directions

    1. Stir sugar and wine in heavy deep mediumsaucepan over medium heat until sugardissolves. Boil over medium-high heat untilsyrup is reduced to 3/4 cup, about 8 minutes.
    2. Add cranberries; boil until berries begin to pop,about 5 minutes. Stir in pomegranate molassesand basil. Cool completely. do ahead Can bemade 1 week ahead. Cover and chill.
    3. Stir in chopped cilantro and slicedmint. DO AHEAD: Can be made 4 hours ahead.Cover and chill.
    4. * A thick pomegranate syrup; availableat some supermarkets, at Middle Easternmarkets, and from adrianascaravan.com.

    Nutrition Facts

    Calories162kcal
    Protein0.65%
    Fat0.93%
    Carbs98.42%

    Properties

    Glycemic Index
    16.34
    Glycemic Load
    22.11
    Inflammation Score
    -2
    Nutrition Score
    1.7234782446986%

    Flavonoids

    Cyanidin
    17.55mg
    Petunidin
    0.66mg
    Delphinidin
    3.74mg
    Malvidin
    5.41mg
    Pelargonidin
    0.12mg
    Peonidin
    18.95mg
    Catechin
    1.69mg
    Epigallocatechin
    0.28mg
    Epicatechin
    3.78mg
    Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
    0.37mg
    Eriodictyol
    0.43mg
    Hesperetin
    0.14mg
    Apigenin
    0.07mg
    Luteolin
    0.18mg
    Kaempferol
    0.05mg
    Myricetin
    2.56mg
    Quercetin
    5.78mg

    Nutrients percent of daily need

    Calories:162.46kcal
    8.12%
    Fat:0.16g
    0.24%
    Saturated Fat:0.01g
    0.04%
    Carbohydrates:37.79g
    12.6%
    Net Carbohydrates:36.31g
    13.2%
    Sugar:33.52g
    37.24%
    Cholesterol:0mg
    0%
    Sodium:1.56mg
    0.07%
    Alcohol:2.1g
    100%
    Alcohol %:2.78%
    100%
    Protein:0.25g
    0.5%
    Manganese:0.16mg
    7.84%
    Vitamin C:5.76mg
    6.99%
    Fiber:1.49g
    5.94%
    Vitamin E:0.5mg
    3.36%
    Vitamin K:2.71µg
    2.58%
    Vitamin A:89.38IU
    1.79%
    Copper:0.03mg
    1.43%
    Vitamin B6:0.02mg
    1.19%
    Vitamin B5:0.12mg
    1.17%
    Potassium:40.04mg
    1.14%
    Iron:0.2mg
    1.11%
    Vitamin B2:0.02mg
    1.02%
    Source:Epicurious