Name: Candied Jalapeños
Brand: SaltSpring Kitchen Co.
Price: 15.0 CAD
Availability: InStock

Candied Jalapeños and Ten Ways to Use Them.

At SaltSpring Kitchen Co., we make delicious products that are both sweet and savoury. We're not your traditional jam on toast brand, but smear almost any of our products on some fresh sourdough and you won't be disappointed.

Our best-selling Candied Jalapeños are a perfect example of this philosophy. Here's the scoop on Candied Jalapeños and how we love to use them!

elevate the everyday

A Sweet Twist on a Spicy Classic

We carefully craft each batch by hand, using only the freshest jalapeños and the highest quality ingredients. We receive fresh Jalapeños with varying degrees of spice, so there is some fluctuation in heat from batch to batch—part of the nature of handmade, small batches.

Our unique process involves slow-cooking the peppers in a sweet and tangy syrup, creating a perfectly balanced flavour profile that's sure to delight your taste buds. They're the perfect way to elevate the everyday and bring some heat to your favourite dishes.

“Candied Jalapeños were the first of our products I tried, and I love how versatile they are. I often work with the team at markets and shows, and it’s great seeing other people discover them too!” -Andrei Caneda, Food Safety & Quality Assurance

The History and Origin of Jalapeños

Jalapeños have been a staple ingredient in Mexican cuisine for centuries. These small, green peppers are named after the Mexican town of Xalapa, where they were first cultivated, before it was Mexico. They've been a part of the country's cuisine for centuries, and are the most commonly used pepper in Mexico, and around the world today.

Jalapeños are a member of the Capsicum annuum family of peppers, which also includes bell peppers, cayenne peppers, and chili peppers. They're typically harvested when they're still green, but can also be left to ripen and turn red.

Jalapeños are known for their heat, but they also have a unique flavour that makes them a versatile ingredient in a wide range of dishes. They can be used fresh, roasted, or pickled, and they add a kick to everything from eggs to guacamole.

The Scoville Scale

When it comes to measuring the heat of peppers, the Scoville scale is the most widely used system. The scale was created by Wilbur Scoville in 1912 and is based on the amount of capsaicin, the chemical compound that gives peppers their heat. The scale ranges from 0 (no heat) to over 2 million (extremely hot).

Jalapeños are considered a medium-heat pepper, ranking between 2,500 and 8,000 on the Scoville scale. Our Candied Jalapeños have a little bit of heat, but the sweetness of the syrup helps to balance out the spice.

But jalapeños aren't just for savoury dishes. They can also be used in sweet dishes, and candied jalapeños are a perfect example. Cooking jalapeños in a sweet syrup, balances their natural heat, creating a flavour-packed ingredient that can be used in all kinds of dishes.

At SaltSpring Kitchen Co., we use only the freshest jalapeños. We cook them in a syrup made from sugar, apple cider vinegar, and spices, until they're perfectly candied. The result is a delicious ingredient that adds a new dimension to any dish.

Using them as a topping for burgers or pizzas, mix them into salsas or sauces, or add them to sweet desserts. Our Candied Jalapeños are a versatile ingredient that will elevate your everyday.

Ten Delicious Ways To Use Candied Jalapeños:

🧀 Add them to a charcuterie board.
🍕 Top your favourite pizza with for a delicious kick.
🍜 Use them to add some heat to your favourite stir-fry dish.
🌶️ Mix them into your favourite salsa recipe for a sweet and spicy twist.
🔥 Add them to your favourite BBQ sauce for a little extra heat.
🥪 Top a grilled cheese sandwich with Candied Jalapeños for a flavour explosion.
🧀 Use them to add some spice to your mac and cheese.
🥣 Mix them into a creamy dip for a unique flavour combination.
🍳 Add them to a breakfast sandwich for a bold start to your day.
🍨 Sprinkle them on top of ice cream for a sweet and spicy treat.

Candied Jalapeños are a delicious ingredient that can add a sweet and spicy kick to a wide range of dishes. From savoury meals to sweet treats, the possibilities are endless. With their great balance, our sliced Candied Jalapeños or the relish version, are sure to become a new favourite ingredient in your kitchen.

Recipes using Candied Jalapeños & Candied Jalapeño Relish:

Jalapeño and Cheddar Stuffed Beef Burgers
Double Candied Jalapeño Cheese Cornbread
SaltSpring Kitchen Better Burger Sauce
Sweet & Spicy Baked Queso w/ Easy Homemade Tortilla Chips
Mezcal Caesar Cocktail
Spiced Turkey & Feta Burger
Sweet Spicy Potato Chickpea Burger
Jalapeño Poppers

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If your journey takes you to Salt Spring Island, come visit us at The Shops at The Jam Factory. Experience where it all happens, taste our full range of flavours, and explore the other local artisans and makers who call this creative hub home.

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At SaltSpring Kitchen Co. we make jams, preserves, and hot sauces you’ll put on almost everything. Our flavour-filled condiments are made for people who love to eat, share, and entertain. Small batches, all-natural, simple ingredients. Proud to be a woman-owned, living-wage employer on Salt Spring Island.

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