Cowboy Candy (Candied Jalapeños)
Servings 20
Calories 94kcal
Ingredients
- 1 lb jalapeños (about 10-12 peppers)
- 2 serrano peppers optional
- 2 cups apple cider vinegar
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- 2 tsp turmeric powder
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes optional
Instructions
- Slice your jalapeños and serranos into ¼” thick slices and set them to the side.
- Add the apple cider vinegar, sugar, brown sugar, and spices to a pot. Bring to a rapid boil while stirring to dissolve the sugar.
- Once the mixture is boiling, add your jalapeños and reduce the heat to a simmer. Let simmer for 10 minutes until the jalapeños have softened.
- Remove the peppers from the liquid with a slotted spoon. Bring the mixture back up to a boil for 3 minutes, then reduce the heat to medium and let simmer for 10 more minutes to reduce by about half.
- Transfer the boiled peppers into a large mason jar (or airtight container).
- Once the liquid starts to thicken and get syrupy, you can pour it into the mason jar right on top of the peppers.
- Let it cool fully before adding the lid, then store in the fridge for one week (up to three months).
Notes
Jalapeños —both red and green jalapeños will work. I like adding a bit of additional spice, so I add a few serrano peppers to the mix.
Nutrition
Calories: 94kcal | Carbohydrates: 23g | Protein: 0.1g | Fat: 0.1g | Saturated Fat: 0.02g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.05g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.02g | Sodium: 85mg | Potassium: 50mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 22g | Vitamin A: 193IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 13mg | Iron: 0.3mg
