Candied Jalapeño Peppers

Great snack for heat-lovers. From our Southern neighbors in Mexico. Posted for Zaar World Tour II '06

• Ready In: 30 mins
• Serves: 10

Ingredients

• 3  jalapeno peppers
• 1  cup granulated sugar
• 2  cups water

Directions

1. Cut the pepper lengthwise into four strips, cleaning out white pith and seeds.
2. Combine the sugar and water. Heat to make a simple syrup.
3. Cook the jalapeño strips in the simple syrup for a few minutes, then strain the syrup and let the strips cool for a few minutes.
4. Repeat the cooking process three or four times, reusing the syrup, or until the strips are nicely candied.