Description
Candied Jalapeños offer a fiery dance of sweet and spicy flavors that elevate any dish with Mexican-inspired charm. Sugary caramel coating turns hot peppers into a tantalizing condiment you cannot resist adding to tacos, sandwiches, or charcuterie boards.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 20 large jalapeños (about 454 grams)
- 2 cups (400 grams) granulated sugar
- 2 cups (440 grams) packed brown sugar
- 2 cups (473 milliliters) apple cider vinegar
Spices and Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon turmeric
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- ¼ teaspoon celery seed
Instructions
- Carefully slice fresh jalapeño peppers into uniform 1/4-inch (0.6 centimeters) rounds, removing stems and discarding the seeds for a milder flavor or keeping them for extra heat.
- In a medium stainless steel saucepan, combine white vinegar, granulated sugar, and brown sugar with whole spices like mustard seeds and peppercorns, creating a fragrant pickling base.
- Gently heat the syrup mixture over medium heat, stirring continuously until sugars completely dissolve and liquid becomes smooth and slightly thickened, approximately 4-5 minutes.
- Introduce the prepared jalapeño rounds into the simmering syrup, allowing them to cook and absorb the sweet-tangy liquid for 4-5 minutes, ensuring they remain crisp and vibrant.
- Using sterilized glass canning jars, carefully transfer the jalapeño rounds, distributing them evenly and leaving minimal space between pepper slices.
- Return the remaining syrup to high heat, boiling vigorously for 6-7 minutes to concentrate flavors and create a glossy, rich consistency.
- Allow the syrup to cool slightly, then meticulously pour over the jalapeño rounds, ensuring complete coverage and minimal air pockets.
- Securely seal the jars with clean lids, then refrigerate for a minimum of 2 weeks to allow flavors to develop and meld, creating complex, pickled jalapeños perfect for garnishing or snacking.
Notes
- Wear gloves to protect your hands from spicy jalapeño oils that can irritate skin and cause burning sensations.
- Allow cooling time after pouring hot syrup, preventing potential glass jar cracks and ensuring safe handling.
- Refrigeration helps develop deeper flavor profiles and intensifies the sweet-spicy candied jalapeño taste.
- Store sealed jars in dark, cool spaces to maintain optimal texture and prevent potential spoilage.
- Perfect as a zesty condiment for tacos, burgers, sandwiches, and charcuterie boards, adding unexpected heat and sweetness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Appetizer
- Method: Canning
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 10
- Calories: 1376 kcal
- Sugar: 456g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 464g
- Fiber: N/A g
- Protein: N/A g
- Cholesterol: N/A mg