Cranberry sauce is a Christmas dinner must-have (Image: Getty Images)
With now finally over, many might be wondering what to do with the abundance of festive dinner leftovers.
Transforming turkey and ham into a delicious or sandwich is a common Boxing Day activity, but utilising leftover cranberry sauce can prove more challenging.
Not to worry, as a top chef has revealed an genius for repurposing cranberry sauce into a tasty dish perfect for the post-Christmas lull.
Peter Sidwell, celebrated chef and author at , put together an essential guide for anyone who has been put in charge of any festive cooking this year.
And according to the pro, any leftover cranberry sauce can be transformed into a delicious Asian-style sauce.
You can transform leftover cranberry sauce into a zingy Asian style dressing (Image: Getty)
He explained: “Any leftover sauce can be mixed together with a little soy sauce and a tablespoon of Korean chilli paste to make a cracking Asian sauce to serve up with leftover turkey on Boxing Day.”
For those on the hunt for Korean chilli paste, it’s available at Asian grocers or the international foods aisle of any major supermarket.
Beyond the cranberry sauce, knowing how to properly reheat other meal remnants is crucial for maintaining their flavour and ensuring safety when eaten later.
Good Food experts agree, suggesting that using a microwave for reheating turkey can be a budget-friendly alternative to the oven.
The best method is to slice it thinly, place in a microwave-safe dish and drizzle with some gravy or stock. Then, let it cook for approximately two minutes on a medium-high setting, reports the .
If you don’t think it’s hot enough when the time is up, continue to microwave it for short 30-second bursts until it’s piping hot.
Allow it to rest for a few minutes before eating and then serve up with your newly transformed cranberry sauce for a delicious Boxing Day treat.