The Mighty Jalapeno Pepper

Fooled You Jalapeno - three peppers in black latex gloved hand outside, used to display pepper seeds for sale

One of Pepper Joe’s Favorite Hot Peppers

If there’s one pepper that truly does it all, it’s the Jalapeño. Easy to grow, endlessly versatile, and packed with flavor, this classic chili earns its spot as a garden favorite year after year.

At Pepper Joe’s, we offer one of the best selections of Jalapeño seeds available, because even the basics deserve variety. Jalapeño plants are incredibly productive, often loaded with peppers, and they thrive in a wide range of growing conditions.

Roast them, fry them, eat them fresh, freeze them, or preserve them, the Jalapeño is the perfect all-purpose pepper.

Why Grow Jalapeño Peppers?

    • Easy to grow and beginner-friendly

    • Thick-fleshed peppers with great flavor

    • Excellent for gardens and containers

    • Freeze beautifully for long-term storage

    • Mild to medium heat that works in countless recipes

Because of their thick flesh, Jalapeños freeze especially well. Simply remove the stems, seal them in freezer bags, and enjoy them later with almost no prep.

Drying Jalapeños is another great option, giving you smoky, concentrated flavor for cooking year-round.

Easy Jalapeño Hot Sauce Recipe

This homemade Jalapeño hot sauce is full-bodied, flavorful, and easy to customize.

Ingredients (adjust to taste):

    • 12 Jalapeño peppers

    • 4 garlic cloves

    • 1 small onion

    • Salt & black pepper

    • Turmeric (optional, for preservation)

    • White distilled vinegar

    • Water

Instructions:

  1. Blanch Jalapeños briefly in boiling water, then cool immediately. This helps preserve the sauce longer.

  2. Chop Jalapeños, garlic, onion, salt, pepper, and turmeric in a food processor.

  3. Transfer to a jar and add ⅓ water and ⅔ white vinegar (leave space at the top for expansion).

  4. Shake well and refrigerate after opening.

The result? A sauce with real substance, not watery like typical hot sauces and not as hot as Habanero sauce.

Homemade jalapeño hot sauce with ingredients

Simple Sliced Jalapeño Recipe

Perfect for tacos, sandwiches, and snacking.

How to Make:

  1. Blanch Jalapeños briefly in boiling water, then cool.

  2. Remove stems and slice to your preferred thickness.

  3. Pack tightly into a jar.

  4. Add:

    • ½ tsp salt

    • ¼ tsp turmeric (optional)

    • ⅓ water and ⅔ white vinegar

  5. Seal, shake well, and refrigerate after opening.

These sliced Jalapeños keep their crunch and flavor while adding just the right kick.

Grow Your Own Jalapeños

Looking to grow your own? We carry a wide selection of Jalapeño pepper seeds and live Jalapeño plants, so you can choose the variety that fits your garden and your taste.

Whether you’re planting for fresh eating, preserving, or sauces, Jalapeños are always a winning choice.

 

A throwback video from 2011, Pepper Joe sharing timeless Jalapeño recipe ideas and some fun varieties to try!


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