Cranberry Cointreau Sauce
Cranberry Cointreau Sauce is a zesty, flavorful twist on traditional cranberry sauce. Made with fresh cranberries, orange zest, sugar, and Cointreau liqueur, it offers a tangy-sweet taste with a hint of citrus and warmth, perfect for complementing holiday dishes like turkey or ham.
Equipment
- Medium saucepan
- Wooden spoon or silicone spatula
- Zester or fine grater
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Serving bowl or storage container
Ingredients
- 12 oz 1 bag fresh or frozen cranberries
- ¾ cup freshly squeezed orange juice
- Zest of 1 orange
- ⅓ cup brown sugar adjust to taste
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin
- ¼ cup 60 ml Cointreau (orange liqueur)
- Pinch of salt
- Fresh cilantro chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Combine cranberries, orange juice, orange zest, and brown sugar in a medium saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until cranberries begin to burst (about 10 minutes).
- Stir in red pepper flakes, cinnamon, cumin, and a pinch of salt. Let the mixture simmer for another 5 minutes to deepen the flavors.
- Reduce heat to low and pour in the Cointreau. Stir well and simmer for 2–3 more minutes to allow the alcohol to cook off slightly, leaving a rich citrus essence behind.
- Remove from heat. Let cool slightly, then transfer to a serving dish. Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro before serving warm or chilled.