If you’re looking for a vibrant, flavorful condiment to spice up your meals, this Indian-inspired Cranberry Chutney is just what you need. By using store-bought cranberry sauce as the base, you can create a fusion chutney that’s tangy, sweet, and packed with flavorful spices in just minutes. Whether you’re serving it with samosas, other savory appetizers, or as a holiday side dish, this chutney adds a zesty twist to any spread.

Why You’ll Love This Cranberry Chutney

a No Cook recipe, which can be ready in less than 10 mins
is a celebration of flavors
a simple yet impressive way to elevate any meal.
a unique, crowd-pleasing condiment.

Why Cranberry Chutney?

Cranberry Chutney is an amazing way to give new life to leftover cranberry sauce from Thanksgiving dinner. I hate wasting food and to me its like why not use it in some other way and try to repurpose it.

So instead of throwing it in the garbage, I added a few Indian spices that we use in our traditional date & tamarind chutney that we usually serve with Indian appetizers.

To my surprise this chutney came out very similar to the traditional Indian date & tamarind chutney. Plus, by starting with ready-made cranberry sauce, you save time while still achieving an authentic, flavorful result.

Here are some similarities between date & tamarind chutney and cranberry chutney:

Flavor: Both chutneys balance sweet and tangy flavors, making them ideal condiments to enhance savory dishes.
Versatility: Both can be served with a variety of dishes, including samosas, pakoras, and chaats.
Spices: Common spices like cumin, and coriander added depth and are often used in both chutneys
Consistency:easy to drizzle or spread as they both are thick in consistency and spoonable.

Tips and Storage:

Adjust Spice Levels: Tailor the heat by adjusting the chilli powder as per your taste.
Use Fresh Cranberries: If you have fresh or frozen cranberries, cook them down with sugar and water before starting this recipe.
Storage: You can freeze it in the ice tray cube and pull it out as needed or store it in the fridge for 7-10 days

Try other recipes from my blog:

Imli & Gur Ki Chutney

Laal Mirch Ki Chutney

Mint & Cilantro Chutney

Aam Ki Launji

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Try this recipe for your next gathering or to add a touch of festive flair to your everyday meals. It’s sure to become a favorite at your table!

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