What Can I Make with Jalapenos? 12 Delicious Mexican Recipes

Got extra jalapenos on hand? Lucky you!

You'll be surprised at the variety of recipes you can make with those jalapenos, so here are 12 delicious Mexican recipes that take full advantage of that unique jalapeno flavor....and their heat!

And if you're not happy with the heat level of the jalapenos you just bought, please try another source! It's becoming common to mass produce a less spicy version, but the hot ones are still being grown too 🙂

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Jalapeno Hot Sauce

If you find yourself with a surplus of jalapenos then please make this Jalapeno Hot Sauce! It's still one of the most popular recipes on the site and you'll find all sorts of ways to use it -- tacos, eggs, burritos, even sandwiches!

Roasted Jalapeno Soup

This Roasted Jalapeno Soup is a recent addition to the site and I was super happy with the results. I typically use some potato to dilute the heat a bit, but you can consider that optional if you want an ultra-fiery version 🙂

Tomato Jalapeno Salsa

Making this Salsa was life-changing for me 🙂 It's as simple as it gets, but when you roast the tomatoes and get the heat to your liking it is wildly satisfying.

Pickled Jalapenos and Carrots

Easily one of the most popular recipes on the site! These homemade Pickled Jalapenos are always in my fridge. I use them on everything -- tacos, tostadas, eggs, sandwiches -- and I like to munch on the carrots whenever my energy dips in the late afternoon 🙂

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

Chiles Toreados

Charred jalapenos tossed with some caramelized onions? Sold! You'll frequently see these served up as a side dish, but you can chop them up to make some killer Tostadas.

Jalapeno Hash Browns

Jalapenos are a great way to spice up plain ol' hash browns! You can serve these up next to some eggs for a fiery breakfast, or use them to make epic breakfast burritos.

Huevos a la Mexicana

This is such a simple dish to make and it’s a great upgrade for your usual scrambled eggs! Note: go easy on the onion or it will dominate too much, and drain the tomato a bit so there isn’t too much moisture in the pan.

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

Spicy Chicken and Pickled Jalapeno Pizza

Yes, pizza! Once you've got some Pickled Jalapenos on hand you can easily whip up this delicious pizza -- it's super easy and I think you'll be surprised how satisfying it is.

Roasted Tomato and Tomatillo Salsa

This is the other Salsa I am constantly pointing people towards, and for good reason! Using both tomatoes and tomatillos in the same Salsa gives you a completely unique flavor. Tip: add the heat incrementally the first time you make it as everyone has a preferred heat level.

This is a delicious Salsa to add to your repertoire! It uses both tomatoes and tomatillos to create a completely unique flavor. Yum!! mexicanplease.com

Candied Jalapenos

Are you a fan of these sweet jalapenos? They are sometimes referred to as Cowboy Candy. It's surprisingly easy to make these and you'll be able to munch on them non-stop over the coming weeks.

Jalapeno Hummus

Jalapeno Hummus? Yes! This is a decidedly non-Mexican dish that gets a welcome jolt thanks to a burst of jalapeno-lime-cilantro flavor.

Easy Breakfast Burrito with Homemade Jalapeno Sauce

And yes, if you whip up a half batch of Jalapeno Hot Sauce and serve it with Breakfast Burritos you are in for a treat! The Jalapeno sauce will make any burrito taste complete, so you won't have to sweat the additional fixings too much. Yum 🙂

Serving up the breakfast burritos next to a ramekin of Jalapeno Hot Sauce

Tiny Jar of Pickled Jalapenos

And last I want to point you to this Tiny Jar of Pickled Jalapenos. This recipe is designed for just 3-4 jalapenos and can be made in a flash. My hope is that once you make this recipe once you'll be a homemade Pickled Jalapeno convert for life 🙂