Spicy Shishito Pepper Jam is a culinary delight, the flavor contrast between sweet and spicy is indescribable—only by tasting can you truly understand. Today we’ll prepare this easy recipe with you. Let’s begin!
Ingredients for Spicy Shishito Pepper Jam:
- 1 cup apple juice;
- 1 cup apple cider vinegar;
- 1 cup water;
- 10 peeled and seeded shishito peppers, finely chopped;
- 3 garlic cloves;
- 3 cups sugar.
How to Prepare Spicy Shishito Pepper Jam:
- In a pot, add finely chopped shishito peppers (remove seeds);
- Chop garlic and add to the pot;
- Add sugar, apple juice, and apple cider vinegar;
- Mix well;
- Add water and cook on low heat;
- Stir occasionally;
- Turn off heat before it gels—once cooled, it’ll reach ideal consistency;
- When it becomes thicker, turn off the heat;
- Allow to cool completely;
- Store in glass jars with lids.
Pro Tip:
Important tip: wear gloves when handling shishito peppers—they’re very spicy and may irritate skin/eyes. Protect your hands during prep!
Fun Fact:
Beyond pairing with cheeses and meats, this jam enhances sweet desserts like chocolate-based treats. The sweet-spicy combo is surprisingly addictive—even spice-averse folks may love it.
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