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Jalapeno Flakes

Jalapeno Flakes
Jalapeno Flakes
Jalapeno Flakes Jalapeno Flakes

Jalapeno Flakes

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100698 001
Price:
$6.98
Net Weight:
0.8 oz
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Dried Jalapeno Flakes (haa-luh-PAY-nyow), Capsicum annuum, are medium-heat chile flakes that measure 2,500-8,000 Scoville Heat Units (SHU). They are also called dried jalapeno, jalapeno flakes, or jalapeno pepper flakes.

Jalapeno Flakes are similar to the more common red pepper flakes but are from the dried jalapeno chiles. Jalapeno Flakes are harder to come by even though Jalapeno peppers are the most common chile pepper used in the U.S.

With a gentle pungency but noticeable heat, most fresh jalapenos are picked when they are still green in color. Some jalapenos are left on the plant until they are fully ripened at the end of the season. When at this mature stage, the peppers turn a deep crimson red and are then typically (but not always) dried and smoked.

Dried Jalapeno Flakes are most popular with our creamery, butcher, and Mexican restaurant customers.

 

Flavor Profile

Jalapeno Flakes have an earthy-grassy flavor with intense heat.

 

Heat Level

These chiles are considered medium heat chiles coming in at between 2500 and 8000 SHU.

 

How to Use

Jalapeno Flakes can be used in chili, cheeses, cornbread, dips, salsa, sauces, spice blends, stews, taco meat, or sprinkled over chicken, eggs, pork chops, and of course, pizza!

Approximately ¾ - 1-1/2 teaspoons are equal to one fresh jalapeno (knowing that sizes of jalapenos can vary greatly)

Dried Jalapeno Flakes can be used in place of red pepper flakes. You should be aware that these are not the same thing. Jalapeno Flakes are milder and considered a medium-heat chile flake at 2500 - 8000 SHU while possessing a bit more flavor. We consider Red Pepper Flakes a hot heat chile flake at 30000 - 35000 SHU and do not possess much flavor.

Dried Jalapeno pairs well with allspice, cardamom, chives, cilantro, coriander, cumin, dill, parsley, and sumac.

 

IngredientsDried jalapeno flakes
Also CalledDried jalapeno, jalapeno flakes, or jalapeno pepper flakes
Recommended UsesUse in chili, cheeses, cornbread, dips, salsa, sauces, spice blends, stews, taco meat, or sprinkled over chicken, eggs, pork chops, and of course, pizza
Flavor ProfileEarthy-grassy flavor with a sharp heat
Heat LevelBetween 2500 and 8000 SHU
Botanical NameCapsicum annuum
CuisineAmerican, Mexican
How To StoreAirtight container in a cool, dark place
Shelf Life6-12 months
Country of OriginDepending on the time of year and availability, either Mexico or the US

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size1 tsp

Amount Per Serving

Calories4

% Daily Value*

Total Fat0g0%

Saturated Fat0g0%

Trans Fat0g

Polyunsaturated Fat0g

Monounsaturated Fat0g

Cholesterol0mg0%

Sodium0.9mg0%

Total Carbohydrate0.6g0%

Dietary Fiber0.3g1%

Total Sugars0.2g

Added Sugars0g0%

Sugar Alcohol0.0g

Protein0.1g0%

Vitamin D0mcg0%

Calcium2mg0%

Iron0mg0%

Potassium2mg0%

*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice. These values were calculated and therefore are approximate. For more

Reviews

5 out of 5
34 total ratings.

Edie C. (Verified buyer) 11/27/2021
I gave the Jalapeno Flakes I gave the Jalapeno Flakes 5 stars. I love anything spiced with Jalapeno. Although this purchase is for a family member that feels the same as me. I know he will enjoy the Jalapeno Powder as well as the Flakes.

Jim G. (Verified buyer) 10/16/2021
Be Careful With This One They Are The Real Deal These flakes work great in spicy jam recipes that my wife makes. The Chipotle flakes are great too. They are very spicy so be careful when you try them. She crushes them before mixing the powder into her batch of jam. She says they are more flavorful than the powder because they retain their flavor in the flake form longer.

Steven M. (Verified buyer) 09/03/2021
Good stuff Good stuff

Greg B. (Verified buyer) 07/03/2021
Amazing flavor for my seasoning. Amazing flavor for my seasoning. I will reorder again.

Siegfried R. (Verified buyer) 05/03/2021
Liked them a lo Liked them a lo

Charles S. (Verified buyer) 03/11/2021
Just a great way to Just a great way to add that flavor to many dishes.

Iris S. (Verified buyer) 02/21/2021
Great! Great!

Nathan B. (Verified buyer) 01/13/2021
Spot on. Spot on.

Charley D. (Verified buyer) 09/26/2020
Awesome Awesome

Marsha H. (Verified buyer) 07/08/2020
I loved their flavor, and I loved their flavor, and they were not too hot for my family. Great flavor addition!
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