Description
Sweet meets heat in this spicy-sweet Pineapple Cowboy Candy, delivering a mouthwatering blend of tropical tang and fiery jalapeño kick. Perfectly balanced and irresistibly addictive, this condiment will elevate sandwiches, pizzas, and charcuterie boards with its bold Southern charm.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 3 cups (710 ml) fresh pineapple, diced
- 1 cup (240 ml) jalapeno peppers, thinly sliced
- 2 cups (400 g) granulated sugar
- 1 cup (240 ml) apple cider vinegar
Spices and Seasonings:
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) grated ginger
- 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) mustard seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 ml) turmeric powder
Instructions
- Craft a zesty syrup foundation by combining apple cider vinegar, sugar, lemon juice, mustard seeds, turmeric, ginger, and garlic in a large saucepan, bringing the mixture to a vigorous boil before reducing heat to create a smooth, dissolving liquid.
- Introduce diced pineapple and jalapeno slices into the simmering syrup, allowing the ingredients to meld and intensify for approximately 20 minutes until the fruit softens and the liquid transforms into a glossy, thick consistency.
- Simultaneously prepare sterilization for glass containers by submerging jars and lids in rapidly boiling water for a minimum of 5 minutes, ensuring complete sanitization.
- Carefully ladle the piping hot pineapple concoction into the sanitized jars, maintaining a precise 1/2-inch headspace margin, meticulously wiping jar rims to guarantee a pristine seal.
- Immerse sealed jars in a rolling boiling water bath for 10 minutes, processing to create a shelf-stable condiment that preserves the vibrant tropical and spicy flavors.
- Extract jars from the water bath, allowing them to cool completely at room temperature, verifying each lid’s secure seal before transferring to a dark, cool storage environment.
Notes
- Adjust the heat by controlling the number of jalapeno seeds, which determine the spiciness level of the cowboy candy.
- Use fresh, ripe pineapple for the best flavor and texture, ensuring a sweet and tangy result.
- Create a low-sugar version by replacing some sugar with a sugar substitute or reducing the total sugar quantity.
- Store the pineapple cowboy candy in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks, allowing flavors to develop and intensify over time.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Appetizer, Desserts
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 136
- Sugar: 33 g
- Sodium: 2 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 0.3 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg