Cranberry

Cranberry

Berry🍂 Peak in autumn

Tangy and crisp, cranberries possess a bright acidity that invigorates the senses, their deep red color signaling their vibrant flavor profile. The aroma is sharp and slightly herbaceous.

Where it comes from

Cranberries are a staple of North American cuisine, especially during Thanksgiving, with their cultivation dating back to Native American tribes who utilized them for food and medicine.

In the kitchen

These berries are essential in sauces, juices, and baked goods, balancing sweetness with their tartness. They also lend a refreshing note to salads and savory dishes.

Across cuisines

Alaskan

Cranberry — wild lowbush cranberries (lingonberry) in sauces and akutaq. Source: Wikipedia (Cuisine of Alaska).

Native American

Cranberry — wild North-American berry, in wojapi and sauces. Source: Wikipedia (Native American cuisine).

Estonian

Cranberry kissel (sweet-tart compote) tops mannapuder semolina pudding; cranberries from local bogs are the Estonian dessert fruit.

Nutrition (per 100g)

~46kcalCal
~0.4gProtein
~0.1gFat
~12.0gCarbs
~4.6gFiber

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Flavor affinities

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