Kosho is a fermented Japanese condiment traditionally prepared with yuzu. This version uses sweet-tart cranberries and gets some heat from jalapeños and their seeds. The resulting puree is sour, spicy, and salty, the perfect pair forjuicy turkeyat the holiday table.

November 2019

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Credit: Victor Protasio

Recipe Summary

total:
15 mins
Yield:
Makes about 3 cups
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Ingredients

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Directions

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  • Working in 2 batches, place cranberries and jalapeños in bowl of a food processor; pulse until cranberries and jalapeños are broken up, about 10 times. Transfer mixture to a large bowl. Stir in sugar and salt until dissolved. Transfer mixture to 1 or more jars with tight-fitting lids; loosely attach lids, and let stand 2 days at room temperature. Transfer jars to refrigerator, and continue to age at least 1 day or up to 12 days.

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  • Before serving, return cranberry mixture to food processor, and pulse until mixture forms a chunky paste.

Make Ahead

Cranberry kosho may be made up to 2 weeks ahead. Cover and chill until ready to serve.

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