Texas Pepper Jelly Heat Question

[ZBQ]

I thought I would poll the collective wisdom of the board on this.

I was wondering if you could tell me how hot TPJ jelly's are? We(our families) don't typically like alot of heat but a little is ok. I was at the Ohio BBQ Cookoff and tasted some of Woodman's brisket and pork that had Texas BBQ Rub on it and I thought it had just the right amount of heat, and was down right DELICIOUS!!

If you can use the Texas BBQ Rub as a yard stick could you tell me how much heat is in the jellies? I am really wanting to try the jellies but I am somewhat afraid that they will be too hot for us. My family thinks that if it feels like you are drinking battery acid, it takes all the enjoyment out of eating, and I have to agree. I want to taste the flavors of the food with a little bite of heat but not enough to overpower the taste.

I would really like to try it with the Texas BBQ Rub I ordered Sunday on ribs and butt.....

Any help you can provide is most appreciated.
Thanks,
Neil

[david brace]

I'll start...

I don't like to be 'challenged' by the heat of foods that I eat. I remember having some chili in a little hero hut place in Georgia once during my trucking days and the sweat just started coming out of me...terrible thing...AND I had to pay for the pain.

TPJ is a product that has SOME heat, but also a lot of flavor. I found that I've taken to just having a spoonful here and there if I want something sweet, and I can easily stand it. Of course I prefer the Jalapeno over the Habanero just because of the heat factor. As a solid rule in my cookery, I NEVER use anything hotter than Jalapeno.

So...TPJ is AOK as far as I'm concerned...as long as it's only Jalapeno. Other people absolutely love the Habanero, and that's OK, it's just a touch too hot for me. My favorite flavors are cherry, strawberry, and texas passion.

Hope this gives you a little helper.

DB

[txpgapro]

All my 10 nieces and nephews love the pineaple habanero. They're 8-18, not too hot for them.

[TAR RIVER RAT]

You answered you own question on Woodsnans brisket. What was he using?
I too do not like to eat if it hurts,but all of the TPJ are fine out of the jar, especially the Pineaple Hab. I think Texana has some small try jars? If so, try them. You will like it.
Tarrib

[Thom Emery]

Great product NOT Too hot
Yes try the assortment package

[Paul Taylor]

Hey ZBQ, I will have to concur with these other guys. If you get the sampler package & try that. That would be your best bet. That's what I did & I loved it all myself. Don't let the fact that I am from Louisiana scare ya as far as the spiciness goes. To me it ain't all that hot. But it has the excellent combination of everything,,,,,,,,,,,,,just right!!! :wink: :)

Paul Taylor

[TexLaw]

I find it a very good blend of sweet and hot. Sometimes, the habanero can get a little fiery, if you just eat it straight up. It cools down a bit, though, when you put it on something or mix them with something. None of the TPJs are searing hot, and I've never heard anyone say they were.

From what you said, I don't think you would have any problem at all with the jalapeno flavors, and I would bet that you enjoy the habanero flavors.


TL

[david brace]

I find it a very good blend of sweet and hot. None of the TPJs are searing hot, and I've never heard anyone say they were.

From what you said, I don't think you would have any problem at all with the jalapeno flavors, and I would bet that you enjoy the habanero flavors.


TL

TL says it quite right. It's about FLAVOR and not just nutty heat. A blend of sweet and hot- well put. Even the Habanero is a great flavor-it's just that I PREFER the Jalapeno. The sampler pack as mentioned before is a good idea for you.

This reminds me...time to re-order. I especially like the Peach salsa. My wife seems to like the Razz.


DB

[Bob-BQN]

Couple of things to think about.

You can put on as much or as little as you like to adjust the heat. If you want to spice up your BBQ sauce or glaze put in a little at a time and give it a taste.

Cooking it reduces the heat, so if you're using it as a glaze, say on ribs :D , it won't be as hot.

And finally, it it's just tooooo hot for your family.....you won't have any trouble finding someone to take it off your hands. :wink:

Everyone's tastes are different so I'd say you'll have to give it a try. I think you'll like it. 8)