Description
Jalapeño Pineapple Cowboy Candy is a sweet, spicy, and tangy preserve made with juicy pineapple chunks, sliced jalapeños, apple cider vinegar, sugar, citrus, garlic, ginger, mustard seeds, and turmeric. It creates a glossy syrupy topping perfect for cheese boards, crackers, grilled meats, sandwiches, tacos, and appetizers.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups fresh pineapple, diced
- 1 cup jalapeño peppers, thinly sliced
- 1 cup apple cider vinegar
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
Instructions
- In a large saucepan, combine apple cider vinegar, granulated sugar, lemon juice, mustard seeds, turmeric powder, grated ginger, and chopped garlic.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer until the sugar is fully dissolved and the syrup becomes fragrant.
- Add the diced pineapple and sliced jalapeños to the saucepan.
- Simmer over medium heat for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pineapple is tender and the liquid thickens into a glossy syrup.
- Sterilize jars and lids in boiling water for at least 5 minutes.
- Carefully ladle the hot mixture into sterilized jars, leaving about 1/4 inch of headspace.
- Wipe the rims clean, seal with lids, and process in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes.
- Remove jars and allow them to cool completely.
- Check seals before storing in a cool, dark place.
- Once opened, refrigerate and consume within one month.
Notes
- Remove jalapeño seeds for a milder heat level.
- Use fresh, ripe pineapple for the best texture and flavor.
- Avoid overcooking to maintain chunky texture.
- Allow jars to rest a few days before opening for deeper flavor.
- Perfect with cream cheese, meats, sandwiches, or as a topping.
- Always verify jar seals before storage.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Stovetop, Water Bath Canning
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg