Cowboy Candy

Ingredients

8 ounces jalapenos, fresh

1/4 cup onion, about 5 thin rings

2 cups RAW sugar

1 cup RAW apple cider vinegar

1/4 cup tequila

Instructions

• Cut the stems off the jalapenos, remove seeds (for milder jalapenos), and slice.
• Cut the onion rings in half or fourths depending on the size.
• Set aside.
• Add the sugar and vinegar to a heavy saucepan.
• Bring to a rolling boil, stirring constantly until the sugar is dissolved.
• Turn the heat down and simmer the mixture for 5 to 10 minutes, or until it reduced by about half.
• Continue to simmer until the temperature reaches about 225F or the syrup thickens when dropped on a cold plate.
• Remove from heat.
• Carefully add the tequila, jalapenos, and onion.
• Return to heat.
• Simmer for about 5 minutes, stirring once in awhile to make sure the syrup isn't scorching. If it seems too thick add a tablespoon or two of water.
• Remove the pan from the heat.
• With a slotted spoon add the jalapenos to a clean jar.
• Carefully ladle in the syrup to cover the jalapenos.
• Store tightly covered in the refrigerator for at least 24 hours before using.

Notes

sliced sweet red peppers may be added in place of the onion. Or use both.

How to Serve Candied Jalapeños ?

Spoon them into a bowl and use them to top:

• Hamburgers
• Subs
• Sandwiches of all kinds (maybe not peanut butter and jelly)
• Salads
• Nachos
• Tacos
• Dips
• Spoon over cream cheese and heat in the microwave - serve with crackers
• Pizza
• Chop up in potato salad
• Use the juice in cocktails