Onion Cranberry Relish Recipe

Name: Onion Cranberry Relish
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 2 yellow onion smalls, finely diced; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 cup light brown sugar; 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar; 1 cup apple juice; 1/4 cup raisins; 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger; 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves; 1 cinnamon; 6 ounces fresh cranberries

Servings: persons

1
Oil a skillet with a thin coating of oil.
2
Heat over medium-high heat for 2 minutes.
3
Add the onions and stir for 4-5 minutes until they begin to soften.
4
Add the salt, sugar, balsamic vinegar, apple juice, raisins, ginger, cloves and cinnamon.
5
Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover and simmer for 15 minutes.
6
Rinse the cranberries under cold water; remove any soft or mushy berries.
7
Add the cranberries to the onion mixture, cover and simmer for 5 minutes or until the cranberries have popped.
8
Transfer to a bowl. Cover and chill until ready to serve.
9
Remove the cinnamon stick before serving.

254

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Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, 2 yellow onion smalls, finely diced, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/2 cup light brown sugar, and more.

Yes, Onion Cranberry Relish 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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Onion Cranberry Relish

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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