Persimmon Cranberry Sauce

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
3%
Persimmon Cranberry Sauce
15 min.
10
124kcal

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As the holiday season approaches, the search for the perfect side dish often leads us to traditional favorites. However, if you’re looking to impress your guests with something unique yet comforting, our Persimmon Cranberry Sauce is the ideal solution. This delightful blend of fresh cranberries and sweet Fuyu persimmons not only elevates the traditional cranberry sauce but also adds a vibrant splash of flavor and color to your festive table.

What makes this recipe stand out is its simple preparation and authentic taste. Prepared in just 15 minutes, it’s a quick yet impressive way to incorporate seasonal fruits into your menu. The tartness of the cranberries perfectly complements the buttery sweetness of the persimmons, creating a harmonious balance that dances on your palate. Plus, the subtle hint of dry red wine and star anise provides a distinctive twist that will leave your guests guessing at the secret ingredient.

And don’t worry about dietary restrictions; this sauce checks all the boxes, being vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free, making it suitable for everyone at your gathering. Whether served alongside roasted turkey or as a stand-alone treat, this Persimmon Cranberry Sauce is sure to become a cherished addition to your holiday repertoire. Enjoy this masterpiece at room temperature or chilled, and watch it quickly disappear!

Ingredients

  • 3.5 cups cranberries fresh
  • 0.3 cup cooking wine dry red
  •  firm-ripe fuyu persimmons peeled cut into 1/4-inch dice ( 1 lb total)
  • 0.5  star anise or 
  • 0.5 cup sugar 
  • tablespoons water 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan

Directions

  1. Bring cranberries, wine, water, star anise, 1/2 cup sugar, and a pinch of salt to a boil in a 2-quart heavy saucepan, stirring occasionally, then reduce heat and simmer 5 minutes.
  2. Add more sugar, to taste (up to about 2 1/2 tablespoons), and discard star anise. Fold in persimmons.
  3. Transfer to a bowl and serve at room temperature or chilled. Stir gently before serving.
  4. Cranberry sauce, without persimmons, can be made 4 days ahead and chilled, covered. Fold in persimmons before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Calories124kcal
Protein1.78%
Fat1.99%
Carbs96.23%

Properties

Glycemic Index
17.01
Glycemic Load
16.75
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
3.6652174112589%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
16.25mg
Petunidin
0.2mg
Delphinidin
2.94mg
Malvidin
1.73mg
Pelargonidin
0.11mg
Peonidin
17.32mg
Catechin
0.6mg
Epigallocatechin
0.26mg
Epicatechin
2.17mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.34mg
Kaempferol
0.04mg
Myricetin
2.34mg
Quercetin
5.23mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:123.76kcal
6.19%
Fat:0.29g
0.44%
Saturated Fat:0g
0.02%
Carbohydrates:31.23g
10.41%
Net Carbohydrates:29.96g
10.89%
Sugar:11.47g
12.75%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:1.46mg
0.06%
Alcohol:0.63g
100%
Alcohol %:0.76%
100%
Protein:0.58g
1.15%
Vitamin C:38.17mg
46.27%
Iron:1.36mg
7.58%
Manganese:0.13mg
6.38%
Potassium:185.16mg
5.29%
Fiber:1.27g
5.07%
Vitamin E:0.46mg
3.08%
Phosphorus:17.17mg
1.72%
Calcium:16.92mg
1.69%
Vitamin K:1.75µg
1.67%
Copper:0.02mg
1.06%
Vitamin B5:0.1mg
1.04%
Vitamin B6:0.02mg
1.01%
Source:Epicurious