Jalapeno pepper

Jalapeños are a popular, medium-sized chili pepper (Capsicum annuum) known for their moderate heat, typically harvested green but ripening to red, which makes them sweeter and spicier. They are a staple in Mexican and Tex-Mex cuisine, used fresh, pickled, or dried (as chipotles), and are characterized by a crisp texture and a spicy kick. Handling them requires care, as their oils can cause skin irritation.