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Jalapeno Recipes — 7 Great Options To Choose From!

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Got some jalapenos in the fridge?  Nice!

Down below you’ll find 7 great jalapeno recipes to choose from.  I’ve made all of these recipes multiple times and they are the real deal, so feel free to get in touch if you have any questions about them.

But first I want to offer up some quick info on jalapenos that will give you a headstart in the kitchen.  Here’s how jalapenos stack up against poblanos and serranos:

fresh chili peppers with scoville rating

The Scoville range is listed for each pepper.  This is basically a convenient way to measure how hot chili peppers are — the higher the range, the hotter the pepper.

I usually consider jalapenos and serranos to be interchangeable.  Their flavor is similar enough that most people won’t notice a difference.  And even though serranos are about 2 or 3 times “hotter” they are also smaller and this can even out the amount of heat (or capsaicin) that you are adding to a dish.  What is Capsaicin?

And note that a range is given for each pepper.  This is because two jalapenos that look identical can actually have different levels of heat, dependent on where (and how) they were grown.

After cutting off the top of the jalapeno I usually stick my tongue right in the middle of it:

Here's an easy, versatile recipe for a zippy Mexican Frittata. I find the chorizo-jalapeno-cheese combo irresistible but you can always make a vegetarian version too. So good! mexicanplease.com

Do this regularly and you’ll be able to quickly tell whether you’re dealing with a fiery or mild jalapeno.

I wouldn’t recommend the tongue test for hotter peppers like habaneros or if you’re sensitive to spicy foods, but it’s a good trick to keep in mind once you get comfortable working with chili peppers.

Be sure to give your jalapenos a good rinse and discard the stem before using them in your dish.  And I usually store jalapenos in a sealed Ziploc in the fridge where they will last for 1-2 weeks.  More tips on working with jalapenos. 

Okay, enough chatting, let’s make something to eat!  Here are 7 great jalapeno recipes to choose from.  Each page will have a recipe box that you can print out and reference in the kitchen.  And feel free to get in touch if you have any questions about them.  Buen Provecho!

 

Tomato Jalapeno Salsa

tomato jalapeno salsa wide shot with ingredients

 

Pickled Jalapenos

Sometimes the zip from a pickled jalapeno will create the perfectly balanced taco bite. Making a batch of these Taqueria Style Pickled Jalapeno and Carrots is super easy and lets you control how much spice you want in your life. Buen Provecho. mexicanplease.com

 

Jalapeno Hash Browns

These Jalapeno Hash Browns are a quick way to jumpstart your morning. A few simple tricks will ensure you always end up with a crispy batch. So good! mexicanplease.com

 

Huevos a la Mexicana

These Mexican Scrambled Eggs are perfect for lazy weekend mornings: well-balanced, easy to make, and they have real kick. Try draining the tomatoes before adding them to the pan, so much better! mexicanplease.com

 

Salsa Verde

salsa verde in jar green sauce

 

Spicy Chicken and Pickled Jalapeno Pizza

This Spicy Chicken and Pickled Jalapeno Pizza is the perfect example of Mexican cooking ingredients influencing just about everything in my kitchen. A super easy and delicious recipe with no special pizza gear needed! mexicanplease.com

 

Pico de Gallo

Five ingredients is all it takes to make a classic, authentic Pico de Gallo. This recipe keeps the tomatoes in check by using plenty of onion and seasoning. So good! mexicanplease.com

 

Chiles Toreados

After cooking for about 12 minutes

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