The countdown to Christmas has already begunand with it the first preparations. This includes, among others planning a menu for Christmas Eve dinner. For many people, it cannot be complete without dried herb compote, which not everyone likes due to its characteristic taste. A Christmas cranberry drink will be a perfect alternative.
Dried compote on the Christmas Eve table is a traditionwhich has as many supporters as opponents. This year, it is worth trying a tasty alternative that will please everyone. Cranberry compote is a light and slightly refreshing substitute for dried compotewhich in turn is characterized by a specific and heavy taste.
Cranberries are therefore an ideal choice that will satisfy even the most demanding tastes. In addition, these tiny fruits not only taste good, but also have many health-promoting properties. They support immunity, have antibacterial properties and help fight free radicals.
So if you’re tempted to prepare cranberry compote, it’s best for Christmas Eve. This drink with the addition of Christmas spices it will not only taste good, but also smell aromatic and look beautiful on the holiday table.
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You can use both fresh and frozen cranberries to prepare the compote. Preparing this tasty drink is generally extremely simple and anyone should be able to do it. To make Christmas cranberry compote you will need the following ingredients:
- 500 g fresh or frozen cranberries
- 2
- 1 lemon
- 4 cinnamon sticks
- 4 slices of ginger
- 4 cardamom seeds
- 6-8 cloves
- 2 liters of water
- A few tablespoons of honey (depending on your sweetness preferences)
Preparation method:
First, freeze the fresh cranberries before preparing the compote. If you use frozen, On the day you prepare the compote, start by boiling two liters of water in a pot. Meanwhile, scald the lemon and tangerines and wash the cranberries. Cut the ginger, lemon and tangerines into slices.
Pour cranberries into a pot of boiling water, then add ginger, lemon and tangerines. After a while, add cardamom, cinnamon and cloves. Cook everything covered for about 30 minutes, until the cranberries start to fall apart. Sweeten it with honey according to your sweetness preferences.
Strain the prepared compote through a strainer and serve hot or lukewarm. You can decorate it a bit before serving. Enjoy your meal!
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