Jalapeno pineapple jam

Don't wait for the reasons to try this jalapeno pineapple jam recipe. This quick condiment is packed with flavors, rightly balanced with spiciness and sweetness.

Do you have extra jalapeños sitting on the kitchen counter or a fresh batch of jalapeños from your backyard garden? the best recipe to rely on.

You are in a real treat, and get ready to pat yourself for making this fresh pineapple jalapeno jam without pectin.

Looking out for recipes to preserve jalapeno for a longer time? this roasted jalapeno is one of my favorite methods of storing.

Last week, I made this jalapeno pineapple jam with a small batch of jalapeños from my garden. Needless to say, everyone in my family loved it and emptied it on the same day. 

Now, my family wants more and cannot wait until the next batch of jalapeno matures. What's more? I’m rushing to Trader Joe's to get fresh pineapple and jalapeno. 

Fulfilling my family's request for delights works both ways. They get their favorite dish and I’m blessed with a chance to take photographs for sharing in this blog. 

To summarize, this tropical pineapple merges well with the jalapeño unique flavor and the heat. And this secret works in this recipe as well.

How does this jalapeno pineapple jam taste like?

This delicious condiment is a combination of flavors. The sweetness and the tanginess from the pineapple, the spiciness, and the rich aroma from the jalapeño make this jam a delightful experience. 

It tastes hot, spicy, sweet, and tangy, all with every spoonful. 

What’s best in this recipe?

• It takes less than 20 minutes to bring it to the table.
• Just a few easy-to-find ingredients.
• Easy to follow simple procedures that do not need kitchen skills.
• Want to make a jalapeño jam without pectin? This recipe is the one-stop solution.
• Pairs perfectly with any main dish.
• This jalapeno pineapple jam is a versatile recipe that can be transformed as a dip, topping, spread, or more.

The ingredients 

Jalapeno. It is low in acid but provides an intense tone to the pineapple pepper jam. Jalapeno heat varies from mild to medium depending on the individual pepper. So, I highly recommend adding a little at first and may append it later according to your individual preference. 

Wear gloves if you are sensitive to peppers. Remove seeds and white membrane for the mild heat.

Pineapple. I have used fresh pineapple for making jalapeno pineapple jam. Fresh pineapple does vary in taste and flavor depending on the season and its ripeness level. If the pineapple is not sweet, adjust the sweetness by adding more sugar. On the other side, feel free to use canned pineapples as well. 

Sugar. I have used refined sugar. You may substitute with cane sugar or other sugar alternatives. 

Lemon juice. Added to balance the distinct tastes of the pepper and the fruit. Adjust it according to the taste of the fruit. If the pineapple is sweet, add up to a tablespoon of lemon juice.

How to make jalapeno pineapple jam?

Prep. Remove pineapple skin and cut it into chunks. Remove the jalapeno seeds from the white membrane and cut them into small pieces. Reserve the seeds.

Blend. Add pineapple chunks, jalapeno pieces, sugar, and lemon juice to a blender jar. And pulse until it turns into a smooth mixture.

Taste the mixture and adjust the sugar according to the pineapple's natural taste. And add in the reserved jalapeno seeds, if you prefer increasing the heat.

Cook. Place a pan over medium heat, add the mixture, and cook until it becomes mildly thick. Be aware that, the mixture thickens slightly when it cools down.

Serve. Serve as a spread, as a topping, or however you prefer. For more ideas, scroll down to the following paragraphs.

How to store?

Refrigerate the leftovers in an airtight container and secure in the refrigerator for up to seven days.

Since this is a simplified version made without preservatives(similar to this jalapeno pineapple sauce recipe), this jalapeno pineapple jam would last up to a week when refrigerated.

If you are thinking of storing it longer, you may freeze it.

Best ways to pair up with?

• First and foremost, as everyone can guess, it is a spread for the bread slices; it's the winning combo everyone loves.
• Make a flavored yogurt by mixing them.
• Add another dimension to waffles or pancakes by slathering jalapeno pineapple jam as a topping.
• Smear over grilled meat to give it a glaze.
• Provide them as a dipping sauce for fruit or vegetable slices.
• Add it to your smoothie for some fresh flavors.

Recommended tools for making this recipe

Blender. Crushing the fruit and jalapeno is done flawlessly with this blender.

Measuring tools. These are stackable and easy to handle.

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