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Cowboy Candy Recipe

Cowboy Candy Recipe
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Cowboy Candy is a sweet and spicy candied jalapeno recipe that combines fiery jalapeno slices with a syrupy apple cider vinegar and sugar glaze. Perfect as a zesty condiment or topping for burgers, sandwiches, and appetizers, this pickle-style treat balances heat with a delightful sweetness and aromatic spices.

Ingredients

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Jalapeno Peppers

  • 1 lb jalapeno peppers, sliced into 1/4 inch thick coins

Syrup

  • 1 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 2 cups granulated white sugar
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon mustard seeds
  • 1/4 teaspoon celery seed
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric

Instructions

  1. Wash Jalapenos: Rinse the jalapeno peppers thoroughly under cold water to remove any dirt or residue.
  2. Prepare Peppers: Remove and discard the stems from the jalapenos and slice the peppers into 1/4 inch thick coins.
  3. Make Syrup: In a medium saucepan, combine the apple cider vinegar, granulated sugar, kosher salt, garlic powder, mustard seeds, celery seed, and ground turmeric. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally until the sugar dissolves, about 3-5 minutes.
  4. Add Jalapenos: Add the sliced jalapenos to the boiling syrup. Return to a boil, then cover and reduce the heat to medium-low. Simmer until the peppers change color and soften uniformly, about 5-6 minutes.
  5. Remove Jalapenos: Using a slotted spoon, transfer the jalapeno slices to a pint-size mason jar or heat-proof container, leaving the syrup in the saucepan.
  6. Reduce Syrup: Bring the syrup back to a full rolling boil and continue boiling until the liquid is reduced by half and becomes syrupy, approximately 5-8 minutes.
  7. Combine and Store: Pour the syrup over the jalapenos in the jar. Press the peppers down gently to ensure they are fully submerged in the syrup.
  8. Cool and Refrigerate: Allow the jar to cool completely before sealing. Store in the refrigerator until ready to use.

Notes

  • Wear gloves when handling jalapenos to avoid irritation from the capsaicin.
  • The sweetness of the syrup balances the heat, but you can adjust the sugar quantity to taste.
  • This cowboy candy can be stored refrigerated for up to 2-3 weeks.
  • Use as a topping for burgers, sandwiches, cheese boards, or as a spicy-sweet snack.
  • For a milder version, remove some or all of the seeds before slicing.

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Keywords: cowboy candy, candied jalapenos, sweet and spicy jalapenos, jalapeno relish, jalapeno recipe, spicy condiment

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