Classic Southern Jezebel Sauce

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4.8

84 reviews
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  • Prep Time

    5 mins

  • Total Time

    5 mins

  • Servings

    16 servings

  • Calories

    61 kcal

  • Course

    Condiments

  • Cuisine

    American

Classic Southern Jezebel Sauce

Classic Southern Jezebel Sauce combines apple jelly and pineapple preserves with horseradish and dry mustard powder to create a tangy, sweet, and spicy condiment. It requires some time chilling to meld the flavors and can add zesty heat to meats and sandwiches.

Description

Classic Southern Jezebel Sauce brings together sweet apple jelly and pineapple preserves as a fruity base, mixed vigorously with prepared horseradish and dry mustard powder. The horseradish and mustard provide sharp heat and pungency that cut through the sweetness, resulting in a balanced sauce with a kick.

The mixture is refrigerated for several hours to allow the flavors to blend fully before serving. Jezebel sauce is a traditional accompaniment to dishes such as ham, roast beef, or cold cuts, offering a spicy-sweet complement. Care should be taken when serving to children due to the sauce's spicy ingredients.

The sauce stores well in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks. It also freezes safely for up to six months if stored in a freezer-safe container with space for expansion.

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Ingredients

Servings
  • ½ cup apple jelly
  • ½ cup pineapple preserves
  • 3 tablespoons horseradish prepared
  • 1 ½ teaspoons mustard powder recommend: Colman’s, dry

Instructions

  1. In a small mixing bowl, add the apple jelly, pineapple preserves, horseradish, and dry mustard.
  2. Stir vigorously until well blended.
  3. Refrigerate for a few hours to allow the flavors to blend. 

Notes

  • The horseradish and dry mustard in Jezebel Sauce create strong heat; use caution when serving children.
  • Store refrigerated in an airtight container for up to two weeks to maintain freshness.
  • This sauce freezes well for up to six months; use a freezer-safe container and leave headspace to allow for expansion.

Nutrition Information

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Serving 1 Calories 61kcal (3%) Carbohydrates 15g (5%) Protein 1g (2%) Fat 1g (2%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Sodium 19mg (1%) Potassium 23mg (0%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 11g (22%) Vitamin C 3mg (3%) Calcium 6mg (1%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 16servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 61 kcal

% Daily Value*

Serving 1
Calories 61kcal 3%
Carbohydrates 15g 5%
Protein 1g 2%
Fat 1g 2%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Sodium 19mg 1%
Potassium 23mg 0%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 11g 22%
Vitamin C 3mg 3%
Calcium 6mg 1%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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