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Dried Jalapeno Pepper

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[4,000-8,500 SHU] [C. Annuum] Mexico's most famous chili, bold medium heat, ideal dried and smoked as chipotle.

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Dried Jalapeno Pepper

Dried Jalapeno pepper is perhaps the most famous Mexican chili in the world, its name coming from the city of Xalapa in Veracruz, prized for its bold yet not overly aggressive flavor.

The Dried Jalapeno Pepper Plant

plant, of the species Capsicum annuum, is bushy and sturdy, about 60-90 centimeters tall, highly productive even in pots.

How to Sow Dried Jalapeno Pepper

sowing should be done between February and March in a seedbed at 22-26°C, transplanting after the last frosts; fruits ripen in about 70-80 days from transplant.

How to Grow Dried Jalapeno Pepper

growing requires full sun exposure and regular watering without waterlogging, with soil rich in organic matter and well-drained.

Tips for Dried Jalapeno Pepper

the fruits, 5-10 cm long and 2.5-3.8 cm wide, are usually picked while still green, though they can ripen to a vivid red, taking on a sweeter flavor.

Diseases and Pests of Dried Jalapeno Pepper

waterlogging, which favors root rot, must be prevented, along with monitoring for aphids, especially under protected or container cultivation.

Uses and Curiosities of Dried Jalapeno Pepper

Jalapeno has a medium heat level, between 4,000 and 8,500 SHU on the Scoville scale: excellent dried and smoked (chipotle) or ground into powder to season sauces and Mexican dishes.

Properties of Dried Jalapeno Pepper

dried and rich in capsaicin, responsible for its moderate heat, Jalapeno also retains good amounts of vitamin C and antioxidants.

Nutritional Values of Dried Jalapeno Pepper

  • Calories: about 40 kcal
  • Protein: 2 g
  • Carbohydrates: 8.6 g
  • Fat: 0.9 g
  • Fiber: 1.7 g