Description
Spicy-sweet candied jalapeños bring Mexican culinary magic to your kitchen, creating an irresistible condiment that elevates sandwiches, tacos, and cheese plates. Bold peppers glazed with sugar offer surprising heat and complexity you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Candied Jalapenos (Sweet & Spicy) Recipe Ingredients:
Main Ingredients:
- 1 pound (454 grams) fresh jalapenos, sliced into uniform rings
- 2 cups (400 grams) granulated sugar
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) apple cider vinegar
Spices and Seasonings:
- 2 minced garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
- 1/4 teaspoon celery seed
Instructions
- Don protective gloves and slice fresh jalapenos into uniform rings, carefully removing stems and seeds to control heat intensity.
- Craft a vibrant syrup by combining granulated sugar, tangy vinegar, minced garlic, aromatic mustard seeds, golden turmeric, and earthy celery seed in a heavy-bottomed saucepan.
- Ignite the heat and bring the syrup to a rolling boil, continuously stirring until sugar completely dissolves and creates a glossy liquid.
- Gently introduce sliced jalapeno rings into the bubbling syrup, reducing temperature to a gentle simmer and allowing peppers to soften and absorb flavors for approximately 5 minutes.
- Utilize a slotted spoon to carefully transfer tender jalapeno rings into sterilized glass jars, ensuring even distribution.
- Concentrate the remaining syrup by continuing to boil until it reaches a rich, thick consistency, typically around 5 minutes.
- Carefully pour the reduced, concentrated syrup over the jarred jalapenos, ensuring complete coverage and leaving minimal air pockets.
- Securely seal jars with tight-fitting lids, creating an airtight environment for preserving the sweet and spicy condiment.
Notes
- Always wear gloves when handling jalapenos to prevent skin irritation and burning sensation from capsaicin.
- Slice peppers uniformly to ensure consistent cooking and flavor distribution throughout the batch.
- Adjust spice level by removing seeds and membranes for milder candied jalapenos or keeping them for extra heat.
- Store sealed jars in cool, dark place for up to 2 months, allowing flavors to develop and intensify over time.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Appetizer
- Method: Curing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 20
- Calories: 113
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 3 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 29 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg