Ginger Orange Cranberry Dipping Sauce
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This easy ginger orange cranberry dipping sauce is the perfect companion for shrimp spring rolls and other holiday appetizers. It’s quick to make, tangy, and full of bright citrus flavor, a festive twist on classic cranberry sauce.
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Equipment
- 1 Mixing bowl
- 1 Whisk
- 1 Zester to add fresh orange zest for color and flavor.
- 1 Measuring spoons
Ingredients
- 14 oz jellied cranberry sauce canned
- 1/8 tsp ground ginger
- 3 ¼ Tbsp Dijon mustard use whole grain, not smooth
- 1 Tbsp orange juice
- 1½ Tbsp brown sugar light or dark, whichever you prefer
Optional Garnish
- 1 tsp orange zest optional, adds color and bright citrus flavor
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a medium mixing bowl.
- Whisk until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Chill in the refrigerator for 15 to 20 minutes to let the flavors blend.
- Serve with shrimp spring rolls or your favorite appetizers.
Notes
For a bright citrus pop, add a touch of fresh orange zest. Use a fine zester to remove just the thin orange peel, not the bitter white pith. I use the Deiss PRO Citrus Lemon Zester and it works perfectly for this recipe.
Accurate measuring makes a big difference in flavor balance. I’ve used these stainless steel measuring spoons for years, and they’re durable, easy to read, and dishwasher safe.