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Cowboy Candy (Candied Jalapenos)
Cowboy Candy is a sweet and spicy way to turn raw jalapenos into edible and sweet treat or condiment that’s perfect for adding a punch of flavor to pretty much anything: sandwiches, burgers, tacos; and anything on the grill. Easy to make and store, it just makes everything tastes better.
Servings: 24
Ingredients
- 1½ lbs fresh jalapeno peppers, (about 25-30 peppers)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon turmeric
- ½ teaspoon celery seed
- ½ teaspoon ground ginger, (optional)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced (or ½ teaspoon garlic powder)
Instructions
- Wash the peppers thoroughly. Wearing gloves, slice off the stems and cut the jalapeños into ⅛ to ¼-inch thick rings. Keep the seeds for full heat.
- In a medium saucepan, combine sugars, apple cider vinegar, turmeric, celery seed, mustard seeds, ground ginger, and garlic. Bring to a boil over medium heat, then reduce and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add the sliced jalapeños to the syrup. Simmer for 4–5 minutes until they begin to soften and turn a darker green.
- Using a slotted spoon, transfer the jalapeños into sterilized jars. Turn the heat back up and boil the remaining syrup for 5 more minutes to thicken slightly. Carefully pour the hot syrup over the jalapeños in the jars, leaving about ¼ inch of headspace.
- Wipe the rims, seal with lids, and let the jars cool to room temperature. Refrigerate and let them sit for at least 1 week before eating to allow flavors to meld.
- Optional: Process in a water bath canner for 10 minutes if you want shelf-stable jars.
Nutrition Facts
Cowboy Candy (Candied Jalapenos)
Amount per Serving
Calories
70
% Daily Value*
Fat
0.1
g
0
%
Saturated Fat
0.01
g
0
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
0.02
g
Monounsaturated Fat
0.04
g
Sodium
100
mg
4
%
Potassium
24
mg
1
%
Carbohydrates
18
g
6
%
Fiber
0.04
g
0
%
Sugar
17
g
19
%
Protein
0.1
g
0
%
Vitamin A
0.1
IU
0
%
Vitamin C
0.1
mg
0
%
Calcium
10
mg
1
%
Iron
0.2
mg
1
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Nutritional information is provided as a courtesy only. This information comes from online calculators. Although whatsinthepan.com attempts to provide accurate nutritional information, these figures are only estimates.
