Spiced Cranberry and Orange Compote with Star Anise
Make Spiced Cranberry and Orange Compote with Star Anise, an American dinner recipe with fresh cranberries, fresh orange juice, orange zest. It has about 30 min, about 120 calories per serving. Get ingredients, step-by-step instructions, nutrition estimates, FAQs, and Recipe Genius app tools.
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Spiced Cranberry and Orange Compote with Star Anise is an American dinner recipe that takes about 30 min, makes 8 servings, has about 120 calories per serving. Use the ingredients and steps below, or open it in Recipe Genius for guided Cook Mode, timers, serving changes, and a shopping list.
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View on AmazonSpiced Cranberry and Orange Compote with Star Anise ingredients
- 12 oz fresh cranberries
- 0.75 cup fresh orange juice
- 1 tbsp orange zest
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
- 0.25 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 2 each star anise pods
- 1 each cinnamon stick
- 0.5 tsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1 pinch pinch of sea salt
How to make Spiced Cranberry and Orange Compote with Star Anise
- Rinse 12 ounces of fresh cranberries thoroughly and pick through them to remove any bruised or soft berries. Place them into a medium saucepan.
- Add 3/4 cup fresh orange juice, 1 tablespoon orange zest, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, and 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar to the saucepan with the cranberries.
- Introduce 2 star anise pods and 1 cinnamon stick to the mixture. Add 1/2 teaspoon grated fresh ginger and a pinch of sea salt to enhance the flavors.
- Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally to dissolve the sugars. Once simmering, the cranberries will begin to pop as they release their pectin.
- Reduce the heat to low and continue to simmer gently for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally. The compote will thicken as it cooks and the cranberries soften and burst.
- Cook until the compote reaches your desired consistency. Some berries should remain whole, while others will have broken down to create a thick sauce. A spoon dragged through the compote should leave a brief trail.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat. Carefully remove and discard the star anise pods and cinnamon stick.
- Allow the compote to cool completely to room temperature before serving. As it cools, it will thicken further. Serve chilled or at room temperature alongside your Thanksgiving meal.
Spiced Cranberry and Orange Compote with Star Anise FAQ
How do I make Spiced Cranberry and Orange Compote with Star Anise?
Make Spiced Cranberry and Orange Compote with Star Anise by gathering the ingredients below, following the step-by-step instructions, and checking that everything is cooked safely before serving.
What ingredients are in Spiced Cranberry and Orange Compote with Star Anise?
The main ingredients include fresh cranberries, fresh orange juice, orange zest, granulated sugar, light brown sugar, packed. The full ingredient list is included on this page.
How long does Spiced Cranberry and Orange Compote with Star Anise take?
This recipe takes about 30 min, depending on prep speed and kitchen equipment.
How many calories are in Spiced Cranberry and Orange Compote with Star Anise?
Recipe Genius estimates about 120 calories per serving. Nutrition is estimated, so use your own labels when precision matters.
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