Description
Cowboy Candy, also known as candied jalapeños, is a sweet and spicy condiment. It’s perfect for adding a kick to burgers, tacos, or cheese boards.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh jalapeños, sliced
- 1 cup apple cider vinegar
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
- 1/2 teaspoon celery seed
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Instructions
- Sterilize canning jars and lids.
- Combine vinegar, sugar, turmeric, celery seed, garlic powder, and cayenne in a saucepan. Bring to a boil.
- Add sliced jalapeños and simmer for 4 minutes.
- Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- Pack jalapeños into jars, then pour syrup over them, leaving 1/4-inch headspace.
- Seal jars and refrigerate for at least 24 hours before serving.
Notes
- Wear gloves when handling jalapeños to avoid skin irritation.
- Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 months.
- Use as a topping for meats, sandwiches, or crackers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 40
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 1mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
