Cider Mop Recipe – Eats Now

Name: Cider Mop
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon unsalted butter; 2 tablespoons finely grated peeled fresh ginger; 2 shallots, peeled and sliced; 6 cloves garlic, peeled and smashed; 1 1/2 cups bourbon; 1 quart sweet apple cider; 1 cup apple jelly; 1/4 cup dark molasses; 1 bay leaf; 2 teaspoons coriander seeds; 1 2 teaspoon black peppercorns; 2 sprigs fresh sage or 1 teaspoon dried sage; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt; Freshly ground black pepper

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon unsalted butter
2 tablespoons finely grated peeled fresh ginger
2 shallots, peeled and sliced
6 cloves garlic, peeled and smashed
1 1/2 cups bourbon
1 quart sweet apple cider
1 cup apple jelly
1/4 cup dark molasses
1 bay leaf
2 teaspoons coriander seeds
1 2 teaspoon black peppercorns
2 sprigs fresh sage or 1 teaspoon dried sage
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper

1
Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
2
Add the ginger, shallots, and garlic.
3
Cook, stirring frequently, until the vegetables are soft and brown, about 5 minutes.
4
Remove the pan from the heat and carefully add the bourbon.
5
Return the pan to the heat and with a wooden spoon scrape up any of the browned bits that cling to the bottom.
6
Add the cider, jelly, molasses, bay leaf, coriander seeds, peppercorns, and sage.
7
Bring to a boil and reduce until the mixture is syrupy and yields about 1 12 cups, about 1 hour.
8
Strain and add lemon juice, salt, and black pepper, to taste.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, 2 tablespoons finely grated peeled fresh ginger, 2 shallots, peeled and sliced, 6 cloves garlic, peeled and smashed, and more.

Yes, Cider Mop falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Cider Mop

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