Description
A sweet, spicy, and tangy jalapeño treat that elevates any dish it touches. These candied jalapeños bring a perfect balance of heat and sugar, infused with warm spices, to create a versatile condiment that’s great on everything from sandwiches to cheese boards. Easy to make and delightful to eat, this recipe will become your go-to for a flavorful kick.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 to 1.5 pounds fresh jalapeños, sliced
- 3 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
- 1/2 teaspoon celery seed
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- Optional: 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Instructions
- Rinse and slice jalapeños into rings, keeping seeds for heat.
- In a saucepan, combine sugar, vinegar, turmeric, celery seed, garlic powder, ginger, and cayenne (if using). Bring to a boil, stirring until sugar dissolves.
- Reduce heat and simmer syrup for 5 minutes.
- Add sliced jalapeños and simmer gently for 4–5 minutes until slightly translucent.
- Transfer jalapeños to sterilized jars and pour hot syrup over them, leaving 1/2 inch headspace.
- Seal jars and let cool to room temperature before refrigerating.
Notes
- Wear gloves when slicing jalapeños to avoid irritation.
- Let the Cowboy Candy sit at least 24 hours before eating to develop flavors.
- Use sterilized jars to ensure longer shelf life.
- Can be water-bath canned for shelf storage.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Condiment, Pickle
- Method: Stove-top simmering
- Cuisine: Southern American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 2mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0.3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg