This easy orange cranberry glaze is a perfect accompaniment to your holiday turkey or ham. Bursting with the flavors of tangy cranberries and zesty orange, this glaze adds a sweet and tart kick to your meat dishes. With just a few simple ingredients and a short preparation time, you can elevate your holiday meal to a whole new level. This glaze is also versatile and can be used on roasted chicken, pork, or even as a dip for appetizers. Impress your guests with this delicious and easy-to-make glaze!
Ingredients
- 1 cup cranberries
- 1/2 cup orange juice
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1/4 cup cold water
Directions
- In a saucepan, combine the cranberries, orange juice, sugar, and orange zest.
- Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat and simmer for about 5 minutes, or until the cranberries burst and the mixture thickens slightly.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and cold water until smooth.
- Slowly pour the cornstarch mixture into the saucepan while stirring continuously.
- Cook the glaze for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until it reaches your desired thickness.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the glaze cool completely before serving.
- Serve the easy orange cranberry glaze alongside your favorite roasted meats or use it as a dipping sauce for appetizers.
- Enjoy!
Interesting Facts
The combination of cranberries and orange adds a festive touch to your holiday table.
This glaze can be prepared in advance and stored in the refrigerator for up to a week.
You can customize the sweetness of the glaze by adjusting the amount of sugar according to your taste.