Candied Jalapeños Recipe: 5 Steps to Sweet and Spicy Heaven!
Sweet and spicy candied jalapeños are easy to make and add a delicious kick to many dishes. This recipe only takes a few ingredients and steps!
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound Fresh Jalapeños Sliced into 1/4-inch rounds
- 2.5 cups Granulated Sugar
- 1 cup Apple Cider Vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Turmeric Powder (optional, for color)
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder (optional, for flavor)
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Wear gloves. In a large pot, combine the sugar, vinegar, turmeric powder, and garlic powder (if using). Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves.
- Add the sliced jalapeños to the pot. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the jalapeños are slightly softened and translucent. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Remove the pot from the heat and let the jalapeños cool slightly in the syrup. As they cool, the syrup will thicken.
- Using a slotted spoon, transfer the candied jalapeños to sterilized jars, leaving about 0.5 inch of headspace. Pour the syrup over the jalapeños, ensuring they are completely submerged.
- Seal the jars and let them cool completely. Store in the refrigerator for at least 2 weeks before enjoying. The flavor will improve over time.
Notes
Candied jalapeños are great on crackers with cream cheese, in tacos, on pizzas, or even stirred into scrambled eggs!