Candied Jalapenos Recipe ("Cowboy Candy")

sugar

🥗Healthier: stevia

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Stevia reduces calories while maintaining sweetness.

apple cider vinegar

🥗Healthier: white vinegar

💰Cheaper: distilled vinegar

Distilled vinegar is often less expensive and works well.

Gather 8 oz of jalapeno peppers from the garden.

Slice jalapenos into quarter-inch rings, discarding stems.

If desired, core jalapenos to reduce heat and wear gloves to avoid skin irritation.

Set a good pan over medium heat.

Add 1 cup of sugar to the pan.

Pour in 1/2 cup of apple cider vinegar.

Add 1 teaspoon of chili powder, 1/2 teaspoon of turmeric, and 1/2 teaspoon of ground ginger to the pan.

Stir the mixture to combine and create a spiced seasoned simple syrup.

Bring the mixture to a light boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer.

Add the sliced jalapenos to the syrup, doing this in batches if necessary.

Let the jalapenos simmer in the syrup for about 4 minutes to absorb the flavors.

Transfer the candied jalapenos to a cleaned jar, being careful as they are hot.

Pour the leftover syrup into the jar with the jalapenos, covering them and leaving some headspace.

Strain any leftover syrup for use in cocktails or other dishes.

Store the jar in the refrigerator for up to 3 months or process in a water bath for longer shelf life.

Cooking Techniques

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