The Jalapeno chile pepper is named after the town of Jalapa in Veracuz, Mexico. One of the region's most popular peppers, this mild to hot chile is the workhorse of the chile family, finding its way as an ingredient into almost any dish due to its pleasurable balance of heat and flavor. Jalapeno peppers that are allowed to mature to a deep red color are smoked to make the popular chipotle peppers. Most jalapenos are grown in Mexico and the United States.
Part of the Capsicum annuum family, these peppers have been part of the human diet in the Americas since at least 7500 BC. While they are now staples in many cuisines, they were not introduced to Europe and Asia until the late 1400's when they were brought to Spain and quickly traded for their variety and as a cheaper alternative to pricey peppercorns.
This Organic Jalapeno Chile Powder is convenient for adding authentic chile pepper flavor to recipes in a way that is easy and consistent. The jalapeno is one of the most widely used peppers, with medium heat and deep green pepper flavor that is prevalent in southwestern cuisine.
Fine-textured powder, US #40 screen
Ranges from 20,000 to 40,000 on Scoville Heat Scale
Certified organic to the specifications of the USDA National Organic Program
Weight: 1.2 Lb
Made in United States
