Unlike most jalapeño peppers, which are picked while still green, these El Jefe–variety jalapeño peppers are allowed to ripen on the vine, where they turn bright red and sweet. They're medium-hot and perfect for cooking or garnishing, in a tomato sauce, with eggs or on fresh fruit.
Cooking Tips:
Heat level: 7,500-10,000 Scoville units
Season grilled meat or veggies for a bright spiciness
Sprinkle over dips like baba ghanoush and hummus
Add to chocolate and fruit for a sweet/spicy kick!
