GOAT Sweet Pepper Jam

GOAT Sweet Pepper Jam

Sweet. Savory. Vibrant. Addictive.

Sweet, savory, and carrying just the right amount of heat, GOAT Sweet Pepper Jam is a true flavor bomb.

Fresh red and orange bell peppers are cooked with jalapeño, sweet onion, fresh garlic, honey, apple cider vinegar, orange, and lemon until thick, glossy, and jammy.

Use it on burgers, grilled cheese, pork, chicken, seafood, tacos, sandwiches, charcuterie boards, cream cheese, goat cheese, or anything else that needs a bright hit of sweet heat.

Yield: About 2 1/2 cups
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 35 to 45 minutes

Ingredients

• 3 red bell peppers, finely diced
• 2 orange bell peppers, finely diced
• 2 fresh jalapeños, finely minced
• 1 large sweet onion, finely diced
• 6 fresh garlic cloves, finely minced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1/2 cup honey
• 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
• Juice of 1 orange
• Zest of 1 orange
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Diamond Crystal Kosher Salt
• 1/2 teaspoon fresh cracked black pepper

Equipment

• Large heavy-bottomed saucepan or Dutch oven
• Wooden spoon or heatproof spatula
• Sharp chef’s knife
• Cutting board
• Microplane or citrus zester
• Citrus juicer
• Clean glass jars or airtight containers

Instructions

1. Heat the olive oil in a large, heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium heat.
2. Add the diced sweet onion and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until soft and translucent.
3. Add the red bell peppers, orange bell peppers, and jalapeños.
4. Cook for 10 to 12 minutes, stirring often, until the peppers are softened and beginning to release their juices.
5. Add the fresh garlic and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly. Do not allow the garlic to brown.
6. Stir in the honey, apple cider vinegar, orange juice, orange zest, lemon juice, Diamond Crystal Kosher Salt, and fresh cracked black pepper.
7. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
8. Reduce the heat to medium-low and cook for 20 to 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mixture is thick, glossy, and jam-like.
9. Remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the jam to cool completely. It will continue to thicken as it cools.
10. Transfer the finished jam to clean glass jars or airtight containers and refrigerate.

Chef Tips

• Use ripe, firm peppers for the brightest color and cleanest flavor.
• Dice the peppers uniformly so the jam cooks evenly and retains a premium texture.
• Adjust the jalapeño quantity to control the heat.
• Do not rush the reduction. The finished jam should be thick and glossy, not watery.
• The flavor improves significantly after resting overnight.
• If the jam becomes too thick, loosen it with 1 tablespoon of water.
• Serve chilled, at room temperature, or gently warmed depending on the application.

Make-Ahead and Storage

GOAT Sweet Pepper Jam may be prepared several days ahead. Store it refrigerated in a clean, airtight container and use within two weeks.

For longer storage, freeze the jam in a freezer-safe container for up to three months. Leave some headspace for expansion.

Thaw frozen jam overnight in the refrigerator and stir thoroughly before serving.

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Nutrition disclaimer: Nutritional information is provided only as an estimate and may vary based on specific ingredients, brands, portion sizes, preparation methods, and substitutions. THE GOAT CHEF™ does not guarantee the accuracy of nutritional calculations.