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Dress Up Your Turkey with Cranberry Apple Jalapeno Cilantro Relish

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November 20, 2015 By Autumn Rose Reo 20 Comments

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Last year I made my first turkey for Thanksgiving. 

It was a PROUD MOMENT. 

However, I did follow instructions to a T, to make sure from the thawing, cooking and cutting was done as recommended. 


Fast-forward to this year – and once again, there’s so much happening that I don’t have time to go through Turkey Time once again. I mean, can’t I just pick up the turkey and throw it in the oven and a few hours later, it’s done? 

JennieOTurkey

Yep, I found out there’s such a thing from Jennie-O called the OVEN READY Turkey. And it’s as easy as that to make a turkey dinner that your grandma would be proud of without near the time that grandma used to make.  (It’s so easy, it only takes a minute to show you how to make one of your own at home.) No thaw, no mess, in no time at all! 

Now since I was taking almost no time working on the turkey, I had a little time to add my own personal twist to change it up a little. Call it what you will, but I like to add my own unique flavor especially when it comes to Thanksgiving (we are professional Friendsgiving people.) So this year I added a sweet and savory relish that combines the traditional flavor of cranberry and apple, but kicks it up a notch with some of my favorite Texas flavors – jalapeno and cilantro. I couldn’t come up with a snazzy name for it, so I called it Cranberry Apple Jalapeno Cilantro Relish.  

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In just two steps you’ll have a relish that you’ll want to put on everything from the turkey, your stuffing, your veggies, and perhaps the kitchen sink.

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This is the kind of sauce you’ll want to put on everything at Thanksgiving!


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Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 2 cups apple cider vinegar
  • 1 apple, chopped (I prefer gala)
  • 2 cups fresh whole cranberries
  • pinch salt
  • 2 teaspoons fresh ginger, grated
  • 2 teaspoons fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 2 teaspoons jalapenos, chopped and seeded
  • Orange zest (optional)

Instructions

  1. Over medium heat, mix sugar, vinegar and salt until dissolved.
  2. Add apples, cranberries and increase to medium-high heat. Cook uncovered 5-7 minutes until fruit is tender, but not soft.
  3. Add ginger, cilantro, and jalapeno and allow to cook on simmer for 2-4 minutes. Allow it to cool to room temperature.
  4. Serve with turkey, dressing and whatever for a southwest flair!

Notes

  • This may be prepared in advance and refrigerated for up to a week (Thanksgiving leftovers!) This recipe has been update (11/17.)

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Comments

  1. AvatarDawn Lopez says

    November 24, 2015 at 2:30 pm

    Your recipe for Cranberry Apple Jalapeno Cilantro Relish looks so tangy and delicious my mouth is watering just thinking about making it! I love the idea of oven ready turkey too. Sounds so fast and simple!

    Reply
  2. AvatarScarlet says

    November 24, 2015 at 4:51 pm

    Well, that sound like a fun way to spice up Thanksgiving. A tasty twist on a classic. Great idea!

    Reply
  3. AvatarJeanette says

    November 24, 2015 at 4:56 pm

    Just in time for Thanksgiving! This would be the perfect side dish to complement the turkey.

    Reply
  4. AvatarHeather @ Kraus House Mom says

    November 24, 2015 at 7:43 pm

    That whole meal looks so good, I can’t wait for Thanksgiving now. I’m a huge fan of cranberry and never thought to add jalepeno to it.

    Reply
  5. AvatarAmber Edwards says

    November 24, 2015 at 8:10 pm

    What a fun twist on a classic cranberry dish! I love the combo of cranberries with apples and the spice of Jalapeno! It sounds delicious.

    Reply
  6. AvatarBrandy says

    November 24, 2015 at 8:27 pm

    What a great way to dress up the turkey on Thanksgiving day. I would have never thought of jalapeno, well I don’t like jalapeno but my middle child loves it!

    Reply
  7. AvatarShauna says

    November 24, 2015 at 8:47 pm

    Oh my goodness, this is just perfect. I was just looking on Pinterest for some cranberry ideas, so this is awesome. I just know my family will love it. Thanks for sharing.

    Reply
  8. Avatargingermommyrants says

    November 24, 2015 at 9:29 pm

    This relish recipe looks so delicious. I will have to try it for the holidays. I am always looking for new recipes to try.

    Reply
  9. AvatarElizabeth Lampman says

    November 24, 2015 at 9:31 pm

    This all looks so delicious. I am excited for our turkey dinner. I will have to try this recipe for the relish. I am sure it will be a big hit.

    Reply
  10. AvatarVera Sweeney says

    November 25, 2015 at 12:43 am

    This sounds like a delicious recipe to pair up with chicken. I love to try out new recipes, we have added some new family favorites over the years.

    Reply
  11. AvatarSabrina @ Dinner, then Dessert says

    November 25, 2015 at 1:50 am

    This seems like a great way to brighten up a chicken! Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
  12. AvatarDogvills says

    November 25, 2015 at 3:52 am

    That looks yummy! I am not a fan of cilantro, but this is worth giving a try.

    Reply
  13. AvatarWendy @ ABCs and Garden Peas says

    November 25, 2015 at 7:47 am

    This looks like a great compliment to the turkey! I love stuff with a little kick to it. I also like your ideas for leftover turkey – that turkey tortilla soup sounds delicious.

    Reply
  14. AvatarMaureen says

    November 25, 2015 at 12:03 pm

    Yum! This sounds delicious. I would be so good on a leftover sandwich!

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  15. AvatarSarah says

    November 25, 2015 at 12:24 pm

    What an awesome combination. I’ve never thought to add jalaepeno to cranberry. Yum!

    Reply
  16. AvatarJanis @MommyblogExpert says

    November 25, 2015 at 1:16 pm

    Cranberries & Cilantro – what an interesting combination of ingredients. That sounds really good and I think I’ve just found the cranberry sauce recipe I’m going to be making for Thanksgiving tomorrow.

    Reply
  17. Avatarkrystal says

    November 25, 2015 at 6:43 pm

    Count me in for that cilantro! That sounds like a fun combo!

    Reply
  18. AvatarTy @ Mama of 3 Munchkins says

    November 26, 2015 at 3:21 am

    Oh wow! This looks amazingly delicious! I’m hungry now lol.

    Reply
  19. AvatarChris says

    November 1, 2017 at 3:38 pm

    the directions say sugar but ingredients don’t have sugar listed…did I miss something?!

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    • Autumn Rose ReoAutumn Rose Reo says

      November 16, 2017 at 5:42 am

      I actually just updated this recipe and have made some edits! I’ll be making it soon for Thanksgiving and sounds like you might too! 🙂

      Reply

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