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Texas Candied Jalapenos

Cultural Context

Texas Candied Jalapenos, often referred to as Cowboy Candy, originated in the Southern United States, where preserving food was essential. This sweet and spicy treat is commonly served as a condiment, adding a unique kick to sandwiches, burgers, and cheese platters. Today, it has gained popularity beyond Texas, with variations appearing in many households across the U.S.

Tex-MexUSother
30 min
easy
6 servings
Servings4
3 pounds jalapenos
2 cups apple cider vinegar
6 cups sugar
2 teaspoons garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
1/2 teaspoon celery seed

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds natural sweetness, while brown sugar provides a richer flavor.

1

Pick jalapenos from the garden, aiming for about 30 peppers or 3 pounds.

2

Remove and discard the stems of the jalapenos and cut them into quarter inch slices.

3

In a large pot, mix together the apple cider vinegar, sugar, garlic powder, turmeric, and celery seed.

4

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 5 minutes.

5

Raise the heat back to medium-high and bring the mixture back to a boil.

6

Once boiling, add the sliced jalapenos and return to a boil.

7

Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 4 minutes.

8

Ladle out the jalapenos into jars, leaving the syrup in the pot.

9

Ladle the syrup into the jars, leaving a quarter inch of room at the top.

10

Seal the jars and process them in a canner for 10 minutes.

Cooking Techniques

simmeringpickling

Equipment Needed

large potjarscanner

Spice Level:

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Also Known As

Cowboy CandySweet Jalapenos

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