Cranberry sauce for meat
4 servings
25 minutes
Cranberry sauce for meat is a classic element of American cuisine, especially popular during the holiday season. Its rich ruby color and bright sweet-sour taste perfectly complement roasted meat, creating an amazing combination of textures and aromas. Cranberries, known for their antioxidant properties, give the sauce a slight tartness softened by the sweetness of sugar and the depth of cherry liqueur. The sauce thickens when cooled but should be mashed before serving for a tender, velvety consistency. It pairs perfectly with turkey, duck, or pork, adding juiciness and zest to them. Due to its simplicity in preparation and richness of flavor nuances, this sauce will become an indispensable highlight of any celebration.
1
Mix all ingredients and put them in a thick-bottomed pot.
- Cranberry: 340 g
- Sugar: 200 g
- Water: 75 ml
- Cherry liqueur: 3 tablespoons
2
Cover with a lid and let it simmer on low heat for 15-20 minutes.
3
When the mass becomes homogeneous, try adding sugar or lemon juice to taste.
- Sugar: 200 g
4
Leave on the heat for another 5 minutes, turn off, cool down, and send to the refrigerator.
5
Before serving, the sauce needs to be softened as it thickens and becomes very dense in the fridge.