Chieftain^® Wild Rice Company

JALAPENO POWDER

Description:

Jalapeno [hah-lah-PEH-nyoh] Chile Powder is made from grinding whole Jalapenos, seeds and pod both.  Jalapeno Pepper is a small to moderate sized pepper that is prized for its warmth.  These thick, leathery dark green or red chiles contain quite a bit of heat!  It is one of the most common chile peppers in the U.S.  When smoked it is called a Chipotle.  The Jalapeno Pepper is named after the town of Jalapa in the state of Veracruz in Mexico. The whole Jalapeno is about 2-3 inches long and 1 to 1 ½ inches wide, bright to dull green in color, they turn a deep red when left on the vine to mature.  Scoville heat units 2,500 to 8,000.

Suggested Use:

Use diced Jalapeno in enchilada sauces, chili, stews, and salsas. Jalapeno chicken, Jalapeno bread, Jalapeno rellenos, Jalapeno jelly, Jalapeno poppers, Jalapeno pancakes, Jalapeno muffins, and Jalapeno coleslaw are just a few of the unique recipes you can create using our diced Jalapenos.  Sprinkle on deviled eggs, pasta salads, popcorn and egg or cheese dishes.