“I’m officially hooked! I need these on hand at all times now haha. Amazing recipe!”
These sweet, spicy, and tangy Candied Jalapeños, also known as Cowboy Candy, are a delicious condiment perfect for adding a kick to various dishes.
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Jalapeño peppers, sliced 1/4-inch thick | 1/2 lb |
| Granulated sugar | 1 cup |
| Apple cider vinegar | 1/2 cup |
| Salt | 1 teaspoon |
| Celery seeds | 1/2 teaspoon |
Instructions:
- In a saucepan or a high-sided pan, combine the granulated sugar, apple cider vinegar, salt, and celery seeds.
- Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally to ensure the sugar dissolves.
- Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let the syrup simmer gently for 5 minutes without stirring.
- Add the sliced jalapeño peppers to the simmering syrup. Return the mixture to a gentle simmer.
- Cook the jalapeños in the simmering syrup for an additional 4 minutes, stirring occasionally. The jalapeños will soften slightly and become translucent.
- Carefully transfer the candied jalapeño slices to clean jars.
- Pour any remaining syrup from the saucepan over the jalapeños in the jars, ensuring the peppers are mostly submerged.
- Allow the jars to cool to room temperature.
- Store the Cowboy Candy in the refrigerator. They will keep well for up to 3 months. Enjoy!
