Strawberry Pepper Jelly
Strawberry pepper jelly is a unique sweet and spicy preserve made from strawberries and hot peppers. It has a delicious blend of fruity flavor from the berries together with a feisty pepper zip. The sweet and heat mix yields a versatile condiment.
Ingredients
- 8 cups of sugar
- 2 cups of strawberry juice
- 1 cup of pectin dextrose, pectin, and fumaric acid
- 1 cup of diced green bell pepper
- 1 cup of diced jalapeno pepper
- 1 cup of diced thai pepper
- 1 cup of diced cayenne pepper
- 1 cup of diced habanero pepper
Instructions
- First, I gathered all the necessary ingredients which included sugar, strawberry juice, pectin, green bell peppers, jalapeños, and apple cider vinegar.
- Then in a large saucepan, I mixed the sugar, strawberry juice, pectin and vinegar. I brought it to a full boil over high heat while stirring continuously.
- While waiting for it to boil, I prepped the peppers by washing and removing stems and seeds. Then I finely chopped them all.
- Once the mixture was boiling, I turned the heat down to medium. Slowly, I mixed in the chopped peppers and stirred regularly to distribute them evenly.
- I let it cook for about 10-15 minutes, stirring often, until it reached the proper thick consistency.
- Then I ladled the hot jelly into sterilized jars, leaving headspace. I sealed the lids tightly and processed them in boiling water for 10 minutes.
- After letting the jars cool completely, I stored strawberry pepper jelly in a dark cupboard. Now I look forward to enjoying the unique combination of flavors in my jelly!
Notes
Wearing gloves when handling hot peppers Capsaicin in peppers can irritate your skin and eyes. Gloves protect you and make cleanup easier.
Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Fresh peppers and strawberry juice enhance the taste and aroma of the jelly. Avoid pre-cut or frozen ingredients.
Don’t skip the boiling water bath This step ensures the jelly is shelf-stable and prevents bacterial growth. It’s essential for long-term storage.
Adjust the heat to your liking You can modify the ratio of mild to hot peppers based on your spice tolerance. Always taste as you go!
Use a candy thermometer For precise results, use a candy thermometer to check that the jelly reaches the correct temperature (around 220°F/104°C).