Candied Jalapenos
Pint Jars
This cowboy candy recipe makes a great addition to hot dogs, cocktails, or a sweet and spicy candied jalapeno appetizer that everyone can enjoy.
Pint Jars
Ingredients
- 1 ½ pounds jalapeños
- 1 cup apple cider vinegar
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons 2 cloves minced garlic
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ¼ teaspoon celery seed
Instructions
- Trim stems from jalapenos and discard. Slice each jalapeno into ¼” thick slices. Use gloved hands to avoid getting the oils on your fingers.
- Place apple cider vinegar, sugar, minced garlic, smoked paprika, and celery seed into a stockpot or saucepan.
- Bring to a boil over medium high heat, stirring and cooking until sugar is fully dissolved (about 3 minutes).
- Add the jalapeno slices to the mixture and simmer for 4-5 minutes, until the jalapenos shrink a bit and have changed color from a vibrant green to a dull green.
- Remove jalapenos from liquid with a slotted spoon and transfer to sterilized canning jars.
- Return the liquid to the burner and simmer for 5-7 minutes more, until liquid has reduced and thickened slightly into a syrup.
- Ladle the syrup over the jalapeno slices in the jar, pressing the jalapenos down so that they are fully submerged. Fill each jar with liquid to about ½” from the top.
- Seal jars with lids.
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Notes
Storage:
Cowboy candy can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 months and in the freezer for 1 year.
After opening, use only sterilized utencils and enjoy within 1-2 weeks.
Notes:
To extend the shelf life, used sterilized pint jars, bands, and lids. Then process in a water bath to seal where they will last on the shelf for 1 year.
Candied jalapenos are sweet and spicy, which pairs well with smooth cheeses and crackers.
The spice level varies based on the pepper. The seeds and white membrane are the hottest part. Remove these to reduce the spice.
You may notice that the peppers shrivel while boiling. They will return to being plump after a week or two of storing.
For the best flavor, wait 2-3 weeks before serving.
Nutritional information is for a full pint-sized jar of cowboy candy.
Nutrition
Calories: 894kcal | Carbohydrates: 218g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 0.4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Sodium: 5694mg | Potassium: 775mg | Fiber: 9g | Sugar: 207g | Vitamin A: 6030IU | Vitamin C: 35mg | Calcium: 100mg | Iron: 7mg
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