Description
Transform ordinary jalapeños into a sweet and spicy treat with this delicious Cowboy Candy recipe, perfect for burgers, sandwiches, or as a stand-alone delight.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 pounds fresh jalapeños, sliced
- 1 cup apple cider vinegar
- 3 cups granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1/4 teaspoon celery seed
Instructions
- Prepare jalapeños by removing stems and slicing into 1/4-inch rounds. Wear gloves for safety.
- In a large saucepan, combine apple cider vinegar, sugar, garlic powder, ground turmeric, and celery seed. Bring to a boil, stirring continuously.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes to blend flavors.
- Add jalapeño slices to the saucepan and bring back to a boil.
- Reduce heat again and simmer for an additional 4 minutes.
- Use a slotted spoon to transfer jalapeños to clean glass canning jars.
- Boil the remaining syrup for 6 minutes and pour over jalapeños, covering completely.
- Wipe jar rims clean, seal jars tightly, and store in the refrigerator for 1-2 weeks before enjoying.
Notes
Allowing the jars to rest enhances flavors. Consider adjusting sweetness or spiciness to suit your taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Canning
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: jalapeños, cowboy candy, pickled, spicy, sweet, condiment