How to Roast Jalapeños (4 easy methods) Story
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Learn how to roast jalapeños, which mellows them out and gives them a softer texture and smoky flavor. You can utilize these methods for many different types of chili peppers, and add them to your favorite
pasta
, salads, tacos, or sandwiches for extra flavor!
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If you find raw jalapeños too spicy, roasting them is an easy way to mellow the heat while also lending them a smoky and nuanced flavor. In addition, roasting jalapeños tenderizes them and caramelizes the natural sugars.
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I recommend wearing disposable gloves to avoid burning your hands when handling chili peppers. The capsaicin can transfer to your skin and create a burning sensation, which is not pleasant.
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You can use any of the provided roasting methods for any medium-sized chili pepper. Use roasted jalapeños in
jalapeño artichoke dip
, vegetarian white bean chili, or black bean corn avocado salsa.
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Roasting your jalapeños in the oven can be done one of two ways - either under the broiler or in the oven. This is the best method when you want to roast several peppers at a time.
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Using your broiler creates the charred and blistered skin, along with a smoky flavor. However, if you roast your peppers in the oven (not using the broiler), you won't get the smoky flavor that you get with an open flame.
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