| Prep: 15 mins | Cook: 25 mins | Difficulty: Easy | Serves: 6 |
| kcal | fat | saturates | carbs |
| 105 | 0g | 0g | 27g |
| sugars | fibre | protein | salt |
| 23g | 3g | 0g | 0g |
I love the Crab Apple Sauce Recipe for its robust flavors and beautiful simplicity. While it might not be the first thing that comes to mind when thinking of New York’s culinary effervescence, it perfectly exemplifies my penchant for dishes that bring out the rich diversity of tastes and textures, much like my beloved city. The tang and sweetness of crab apples; the lingering warmth of cinnamon and allspice; the refreshing pop of lemon juice — these all come together in a quintessentially autumnal sauce that’s sublime whether you’re spooning it over pancakes or pairing it with a roast.
A Touch of Healthy Indulgence
The Crab Apple Sauce Recipe is also a healthful delight, bursting with benefits from heart-healthy fiber to immunity-boosting Vitamin C. With a fairly low sugar content, it’s a treat you can enjoy guilt-free. And we shouldn’t overlook the spices either. Aside from imparting an inviting aroma and satisfyingly warm notes, cinnamon is known to help manage blood sugar levels, while allspice brings in anti-inflammatory and digestive advantages. It’s a generous spoonful of wellness in every bite.
A Versatile Treasure
The beauty of this Crab Apple Sauce Recipe lies not only in its flavor profile but also its versatility. It bears a striking resemblance to a traditional applesauce, but with a distinctive complexity that sets it apart. You can consider it a bolder sibling, bringing its unique charm to a variety of dishes. It goes beautifully with roast meats, particularly pork, lending a perfect sweet and tangy contrast, akin to how a good apple sauce complements a roast.
Even beyond being a side, this sauce can also serve as a healthy swap-out in baking. Instead of butter or oil, just use this flavorful sauce that’s been kissed by spices and make your favorite cake or muffin recipe guilt-free without compromising on the flavor. Truly, the possibilities are manifold, only limited by your creativity in the kitchen.
As a native New Yorker who revels in the blend of culinary cultures the city espouses, I find joy in a recipe that so effortlessly traverses genres. I hope you’ll enjoy my Crab Apple Sauce Recipe every bit as much as I do, relishing the myriad ways it can enhance your meals.
What You’ll Need
- 1.5 pounds of crab apples
- 1.5 cups of water
- 1/2 cup of sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon of ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon of ground allspice
- 1 tablespoon of lemon juice
Method
Step One
Begin by washing your 1.5 pounds of crab apples thoroughly. Once they are cleaned, core and cut the apples into quarters.
Step Two
Place the quartered apples into a large saucepan and add in the 1.5 cups of water. Bring the water to a boil over high heat.
Step Three
Once the water is boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan, and let it simmer. Maintain this simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the apples are soft and mushy.
Step Four
Remove the saucepan from the heat. Using a potato masher or a fork, smash the apples until you achieve the desired consistency for your apple sauce.
Step Five
Add in the 1/2 cup of sugar, 1/2 teaspoon of ground cinnamon, 1/4 teaspoon of ground allspice, and 1 tablespoon of lemon juice to the mashed apples. Stir until all ingredients are properly combined and the sugar is fully dissolved.
Step Six
Put the saucepan back onto low heat, and allow the apple sauce to cook for an additional 10 minutes.
Step Seven
After the apple sauce has thickened to your liking, remove it from the heat, and let it cool down.
Step Eight
Once it’s cool enough to handle, you can then serve your homemade crab apple sauce right away, or store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for later use.
Step Nine
Enjoy your homemade Crab Apple Sauce! You can serve it alongside pork chops, with potato pancakes, or just on its own as a sweet, tangy snack.
