In this jazzed up version of classic Jezebel sauce the pineapple is caramelized and chopped candied jalapenos are added during the cooking time. It's finished with a splash of bourbon.
Drain the crushed pineapple and pat dry - place it on a flame proof baking sheet.
Using a plumber's torch caramelize the pineapple, stirring often, until it is well speckled with black spots. Or use the broiler but watch carefully.
Add to a heavy saucepan over medium heat.
Stir in the remaining ingredients except the bourbon.
Simmer, stirring often, until the mixture reduces and thickens - about 15 minutes.
Stir in the bourbon and simmer 2 more minutes.
Refrigerate over night to allow flavors to mellow.
Store in refrigerator.
Notes
Tips
Be sure to squeeze as much moisture out of the pineapple as you can before caramelizing. It will make it faster and easier.
Add the bourbon in just before removing the sauce from heat or the flavor will cook right out.
If you can let your Jezebel sauce sit in the refrigerator overnight before serving it the flavors will mellow out a lot.
Jezebel sauce will last in the refrigerator for several weeks as long as it's in a tightly covered glass jar.
Try it as a spread for ham sandwiches.
Spoon it over pork chops.
Brush it on chicken breast before baking.
Add a spoonful of Jezebel sauce to a sausage biscuit.
How to Serve
Try it as a spread for ham sandwiches.
Spoon it over pork chops.
Brush it on chicken before baking.
Add a spoonful of Jezebel sauce to a sausage biscuit.
Cover a block of cream cheese with it, microwave for until it's warmed through and the cream cheese is soft, and serve it with crackers.
Serve with coconut shrimp or any kind of shrimp, really.
So good on a charcuterie board.
How long does Jezebel sauce last?It will last about 2 - 3 weeks in the fridge if you haven't used it before then. You can also freeze it for up to 3 months.