Description
Pineapple Cowboy Candy is a sweet and spicy Southern-inspired preserve that combines the bold flavors of fresh pineapple and jalapeños. It’s a versatile topping perfect for adding a kick to burgers, pairing with cream cheese, or elevating your favorite dishes.
Ingredients
1 ½ cups fresh pineapple, finely chopped
1 pound fresh jalapeños, sliced into thin rounds
2 cups granulated sugar
1 cup apple cider vinegar
½ teaspoon turmeric
½ teaspoon ground ginger
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional, for extra heat)
Pinch of salt
Instructions
- In a large pot, combine the apple cider vinegar, sugar, turmeric, ginger, garlic powder, red pepper flakes (if using), and salt.
- Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring frequently until the sugar is dissolved.
- Add the sliced jalapeños and chopped pineapple to the pot.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until the jalapeños are slightly translucent and the mixture thickens slightly.
- Using a slotted spoon, transfer the jalapeños and pineapple to sterilized jars, packing them tightly.
- Continue to simmer the syrup for another 5-10 minutes, until slightly reduced.
- Carefully pour the hot syrup over the jalapeños and pineapple in the jars, leaving about ¼ inch of headspace.
- Wipe the rims clean, seal with sterilized lids, and process in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes if storing long-term.
- Allow the jars to cool completely. For best flavor, let them sit for at least 1 week before serving.
Notes
If you want more heat, add extra crushed red pepper flakes.
For a tangier flavor, swap the apple cider vinegar for white vinegar or add a splash of lemon juice.
Mix in other fruits like peaches or mango for a fun variation.
This can be stored for several weeks when sealed properly in a cool, dark place.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Condiments
- Method: Canning
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 25
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 25mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
