Description
Pioneer Woman Texas Cowboy Candy Recipe (Candied Jalapeños) is a delightful blend of sweet and spicy flavors that transforms ordinary jalapeños into an irresistible treat. This easy-to-make recipe features fresh jalapeños simmered in a syrup of apple cider vinegar and sugar, resulting in a unique condiment perfect for burgers, sandwiches, nachos, or even enjoyed straight from the jar. With minimal prep time, this dish quickly becomes a family favorite and makes for a thoughtful homemade gift. Enjoy the long shelf life by storing it properly in the refrigerator, allowing you to savor this sweet and spicy goodness for weeks!
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pounds fresh jalapeños
- 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 the jalapeños by removing stems and slicing them into 1/4-inch rounds.
- In a large saucepan, combine apple cider vinegar, sugar, garlic powder, turmeric, and celery seed. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce heat and simmer for five minutes.
- Add jalapeño slices to the boiling syrup and boil briefly before reducing heat again; simmer for four minutes.
- Using a slotted spoon, transfer jalapeño slices into clean glass canning jars.
- Boil the syrup for an additional six minutes before pouring it over the jalapeños in jars.
- Wipe jar rims with a damp paper towel and seal tightly. Refrigerate for at least 1-2 weeks for best flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 30g
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For added sweetness or heat, adjust sugar levels or experiment with different spices like cumin or smoked paprika. Ensure you use fresh jalapeños for optimal flavor and crunch.