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    Published: Nov 7, 2021 · Modified: Nov 17, 2022 by Genevieve · This post may contain affiliate links · 43 Comments

    MANDARIN ORANGE GINGER CRANBERRY SAUCE

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    Mandarin Orange Ginger Cranberry Sauce is made from scratch. Mandarin Orange Ginger Cranberry Sauce is made of fresh cranberries, mandarin oranges, orange juice, fresh ginger, lemon, and coconut sugar. This homemade cranberry sauce is perfect for all holiday gatherings!

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    Mandarin Orange Ginger Cranberry Sauce Makes the perfect Thanksgiving Sidedish

    Mandarin Orange Ginger Cranberry Sauce is perfect for Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's. You can enjoy it all year long and it freezes well.

    This recipe is inspired by my Easy Turkey Sliders recipe, and pairs well with my Pear And Apple Cider Sangria.

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    • 🥘 Ingredients for Mandarin Orange Ginger Cranberry Sauce
    • 💭Top Tips for Homemade Cranberry Sauce
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    • 📖 Substitutions for Homemade Cranberry Sauce
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    🥘 Ingredients for Mandarin Orange Ginger Cranberry Sauce

    You'll need a few key ingredients for Mandarin Orange Ginger Cranberry Sauce

    MANDARIN ORANGE GINGER CRANBERRY SAUCE
    • Fresh cranberries 
    • Orange Juice
    • Coconut Sugar
    • Cinnamon or pumpkin spice
    • Lemon Juice
    • Ginger
    • Mandarin orange slices 
    • Lemon Zest
    • Orange Zest

    See recipe card below for quantities.

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    💭Top Tips for Homemade Cranberry Sauce

    First, you want to make sure you rinse the cranberries in fresh, cold water.

    Add the cranberries, orange, lemon juice, and coconut sugar.

    Bring the cranberry sauce to a boil and make sure to continue to stir.

    Bring the heat down to low, and add the Mandarin orange slices, lemon and orange zest, and grated fresh ginger. Simmer on low for 10-minutes until all of the cranberries have popped.

    Don't overcook your cranberry sauce.

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    📖 Substitutions for Homemade Cranberry Sauce

    For Ginger Cranberry Sauce, I use coconut sugar as my sweetener. There are many sugar options below if you don't like the flavor of coconut sugar.

    • Honey - Honey makes a wonderful sugar option and yes, this recipe works wonderfully with honey. It mixes and melts well under heat.
    • Brown Sugar - Brown sugar can be used and it's very similar to using coconut sugar.
    • White Sugar - I prefer to use a natural, un-chemically treated sugar for homemade cranberry sauce. If white sugar is all you have on hand, go for it. Other options to white sugar is organic sugar cane, and natural sugar crystals.

    📋Variations

    Check out the list below for all the different ways you can eat homemade cranberry sauce.

    I love to add mine to sandwiches like my Turkey Slider Recipe.

    • Spice- For a major flavor kick, add cloves, star-anise, and cinnamon sticks.
    • Savory - Grab your mornig bagel and add some Mandarin Orange Cranberry Sauce to it along with some cream cheese. Yum!
    • Kid friendly - Instad of jelly, make the kiddo's PB & J with cranberry sauce and peanut butter.
    Gold spoons, mini croquet's filled with cranberry sauce and ginger

    🍽 Equipment

    I suggest using a cast-iron skillet or Le Cruset style type for this recipe.

    You can use a stainless steel pan to make homemade cranberry sauce.

    Keep in mind, a stainless steel pan heats up more quickly and may burn the cranberry sauce if the heat is too high.

    I love using this type of pan for homemade cranberry sauce which you can find here.

    This pan is an affordable option and it works just as well as the fancy one.

    This homemade cranberry sauce is super easy to make. All you need is fresh orange juice, fresh cranberries, mandarin oranges, and some organic sugar and lemon juice. That’s it!

    Storage

    Homemade cranberry sauce will store in a glass airtight container for up to 5-days in the refrigerator. It also freezes well, so make a few batches and you will have homemade cranberry for all of your holiday gatherings.

    Check out my recipe video below on how easy it is to make Madarin Orange Ginger Cranberry Sauce

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    MANDARIN ORANGE GINGER CRANBERRY SAUCE

    Genevieve Jerome
    Mandarin Orange Ginger Cranberry Sauce is made from scratch. Mandarin Orange Ginger Cranberry Sauce is made of fresh cranberries, mandarin oranges, orange juice, fresh ginger, lemon, and coconut sugar. This homemade cranberry sauce is perfect for all holiday gatherings!
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    Prep Time 5 minutes mins
    Cook Time 15 minutes mins
    Course Sidedishes
    Cuisine American
    Servings 6 people
    Calories 238 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 12 ounces fresh cranberries
    • 1 tablespoon fresh peeled and grated ginger
    • 1 cup orange juice
    • 2 cups coconut sugar
    • 1 teaspoon cinnamon or pumpkin spice
    • ¼ cup lemon juice
    • 1 cup Mandarin orange slices
    • 1 teaspoon lemon zest

    Instructions
     

    • Saute the cranberries and orange juice in a pan over medium heat on the stovetop. 
    • Add the fresh peeled and grated ginger
    • Add the lemon juice, Mandarin orange slices, sugar, and cinnamon.
    • Saute for 10-15 minutes until the cranberries start to pop open. 
    • Once the cranberries sauce is thick, remove from heat and top with lemon zest and more mandarin orange slices. 

    Nutrition

    Calories: 238kcalCarbohydrates: 63gProtein: 1gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 107mgPotassium: 196mgFiber: 3gSugar: 44gVitamin A: 339IUVitamin C: 41mgCalcium: 22mgIron: 1mg
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    Comments

    1. Erika says

      November 26, 2019 at 7:16 pm

      I've never made homemade cranberry sauce before, but this looks amazing. Need to try!

      Reply
      • Genevieve Jerome says

        November 27, 2019 at 3:44 am

        Definitely try it and let me know how it turns out. 🙂

        Reply
      • Tucker says

        November 24, 2021 at 5:51 pm

        My mom told me to make cranberry sauce because its easy, I'm like: "dude, I don't own a pan..." found this recipe, made, impressed my mom. THANKS! it's great!!

        Reply
        • Genevieve says

          November 26, 2021 at 8:02 am

          Hi Tucker! That is so awesome to hear! I'm happy it turned out delicious and thanks for letting me know. Happy Holidays! 🙂

          Reply
    2. Jessica says

      November 26, 2019 at 7:21 pm

      What a super festive recipe made 100% from whole foods with zero processed ingredients!

      Reply
      • Genevieve Jerome says

        November 27, 2019 at 3:44 am

        Thank you! Zero processed ingredients is the way to go! 🙂

        Reply
    3. Lisa Lotts says

      November 26, 2019 at 7:39 pm

      This cranberry sauce is so bright and zingy! The citrus adds just the right pop of freshness. So much better than canned!

      Reply
      • Genevieve Jerome says

        November 27, 2019 at 3:44 am

        Thank you! Love fresh cranberry sauce! This is such an easy recipe too.

        Reply
    4. Anita says

      November 26, 2019 at 7:53 pm

      My usual recipe only has orange juice and orange zest, I love your version with the addition of orange slices! It makes the cranberry sauce even more delicious.

      Reply
      • Genevieve Jerome says

        November 27, 2019 at 3:43 am

        Thank you! Isn't homemade cranberry sauce the best?

        Reply
    5. Pam says

      November 26, 2019 at 8:19 pm

      Cannot wait to try this and my daughter-in-law will love me for it as cranberry sauce is her absolute favorite! Thanks, and enjoy that downtime. We all deserve it occasionally.

      Reply
      • Genevieve Jerome says

        November 27, 2019 at 3:43 am

        Thank you! Please let me know how it turns out. The holiday weekend will be so nice!

        Reply
    6. Ramona says

      November 28, 2019 at 6:15 am

      Isn’t home-made cranberry sauce the best, and this looks absolutely fabulous. Enjoy the holidays!

      Reply
    7. Pavani N says

      November 28, 2019 at 4:16 pm

      What a pretty looking cranberry sauce - LOVE the color. Its sounds delicious with the orange and lemon juice. Enjoy your Thanksgiving weekend.

      Reply
    8. Erin says

      December 02, 2019 at 12:35 pm

      I Have to admit, even though I love making homemade cranberry sauce I still have a soft spot for the canned stuff!

      Reply
    9. Monster Foodies says

      December 08, 2019 at 8:37 pm

      I have always wanted to make homemade cranberry sauce. it looks amazing!

      Reply
    10. Jess says

      November 08, 2021 at 9:05 pm

      5 stars
      Never buying store-bought cranberry sauce again!! Homemade is way better.

      Reply
      • Genevieve says

        November 12, 2021 at 10:31 pm

        Yes, Jess! That's the way to do it.

        Reply
    11. Andrea says

      November 08, 2021 at 10:31 pm

      5 stars
      This cranberry sauce is bursting with so much flavor. There won't be any leftovers in my house.

      Reply
      • Genevieve says

        November 12, 2021 at 10:30 pm

        Thanks, Andrea I love hearing this. Do let me know how it turns out.

        Reply
    12. Beth says

      November 08, 2021 at 10:45 pm

      5 stars
      I love the idea of fresh ginger. As soon as I can get the fresh cranberries I am all over this!

      Reply
      • Genevieve says

        November 12, 2021 at 10:29 pm

        Thanks, Beth! I'm so excited for cranberry season.

        Reply
    13. Jersey Girl Cooks says

      November 08, 2021 at 11:19 pm

      5 stars
      I love all the flavors in this cranberry sauce!

      Reply
      • Genevieve says

        November 12, 2021 at 10:29 pm

        Thank you! It's so easy to make.

        Reply
    14. Emily Flint says

      November 09, 2021 at 3:50 am

      I love the ginger and mandarin in this cranberry sauce! Such a nice change from the regular old stuff.

      Reply
    15. Emily Flint says

      November 09, 2021 at 3:50 am

      5 stars
      I love the ginger and mandarin in this sauce! So much better than the old recipes.

      Reply
      • Genevieve says

        November 12, 2021 at 10:28 pm

        Thanks, Emily! I agree, Mandarins are so fun for winter.

        Reply
    16. Freya says

      November 10, 2021 at 6:00 pm

      I loved this zesty take on the classic cranberry sauce, it really made it pop and I feel like It’s more versatile too!

      Reply
      • Genevieve says

        November 12, 2021 at 10:28 pm

        Thanks, Freya! It's a zesty dish for sure.

        Reply
    17. Deborah says

      November 11, 2021 at 12:00 am

      5 stars
      This cranberry sauce looks really delicious with the added fresh mandarins and grated ginger. So pretty, too, and perfect for the upcoming holidays!

      Reply
      • Genevieve says

        November 12, 2021 at 10:27 pm

        Thanks, Deborah! Homemade cranberry sauce is such a delight!

        Reply
    18. Andrea White says

      November 11, 2021 at 1:42 am

      5 stars
      such a delicious cranberry sauce! the perfect thanksgiving side!

      Reply
      • Genevieve says

        November 12, 2021 at 10:24 pm

        Thank you, Andrea! I hope you like it.

        Reply
    19. Amy says

      November 11, 2021 at 9:25 pm

      5 stars
      I have started my Thanksgiving feast and was looking for a cranberry sauce that I would like. The addition of the ginger is such a great idea. It's on the list!

      Reply
      • Genevieve says

        November 12, 2021 at 10:24 pm

        Thanks, Amy! Please let me know how it turns out.

        Reply
    20. Linda says

      November 12, 2021 at 6:22 am

      5 stars
      Absolutely flavorful! Love the addition of ginger and coconut sugar in this cranberry sauce

      Reply
      • Genevieve says

        November 12, 2021 at 10:23 pm

        Thanks, Linda! It's such a wonderful holiday treat!

        Reply
    21. Jacqueline Debono says

      November 12, 2021 at 8:56 am

      5 stars
      I love cranberry sauce and use it all through the year, especially with poultry, lamb and schnitzel! This version sounds amazing, so full of complimentary flavours. On my to-try list!

      Reply
      • Genevieve says

        November 12, 2021 at 10:22 pm

        That sounds delicious Jacqueline! I love the idea of pairing it with lamb.

        Reply
    22. Freya says

      November 12, 2021 at 4:38 pm

      5 stars
      I love how the orange and coconut sugar really elevate this above the usual cranberry sauce! It’s much more versatile too, I love it with potato wedges!!

      Reply
    23. nancy says

      November 29, 2021 at 10:54 pm

      5 stars
      adding the mandarin oranges really brighten this recipe uP!

      Reply
    24. Jeannie says

      November 29, 2021 at 11:55 pm

      5 stars
      I like how easy it is and ingredients are all fresh produce!

      Reply
    25. Briana from Texas says

      December 23, 2021 at 9:27 pm

      I was trying to make a chicken recipe that called for a can of whole cranberry sauce. I didn't have the can, but I did have fresh cranberries and the rest of the ingredients to make this recipe. I am so glad that I did because this is amazing. I think that my chicken dish came out so good because of this homemade cranberry sauce. This sauce definitely made the dish. It's a keeper.

      Reply

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