Chipotles Smoked Jalapenos
Unlock the smoky, spicy essence of authentic Mexican cuisine with this homemade Chipotles Smoked Jalapeños recipe. Featuring fresh jalapeño peppers slow-smoked to perfection over aromatic wood chips like hickory, mesquite, or pecan, this recipe transforms simple peppers into deeply flavorful delights with an irresistible smoky kick. With just 15 minutes of prep and a long, low-temperature smoking process, the jalapeños develop a rich, leathery texture and bold, complex taste that's worth every minute. Perfect for seasoning stews, garnishing tacos, or crafting your own chipotle powder, these versatile smoked jalapeños are a kitchen staple for spice lovers. Learn how to preserve the chipotles dried, frozen, or even immersed in adobo sauce for endless culinary possibilities!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 20 pieces Fresh jalapeño peppers
- 4 cups Wood chips (preferably hickory, mesquite, or pecan)
- 1 tablespoon Cooking oil (optional, for coating smoker grates)
Instructions
Rinse the jalapeño peppers thoroughly under cool water to remove dirt or debris, then pat them dry with a clean towel.
Prepare your smoker by preheating it to a low temperature of 180-200°F (82-93°C). Add your preferred wood chips according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
Optional: Lightly oil the smoker grates to prevent sticking, especially if the peppers have any rough or broken skins.
Place the jalapeño peppers directly on the smoker grates, ensuring they are spaced out and not touching. Close the smoker lid.
Smoke the peppers for approximately 8-12 hours, depending on their size and the desired texture. Smaller jalapeños may finish sooner, while larger ones may take longer. Rotate the peppers occasionally to ensure even smoking.
After about 8 hours, check the peppers. They should appear shriveled, darkened, and leathery. For a crispier texture, smoke them for up to 12 hours. Additionally, ensure the internal smoker temperature is consistent throughout the process.
Once done, allow the smoked peppers to cool to room temperature before handling.
For storage, you can leave the chipotles dried as is, or freeze them in airtight containers or zip-top bags for long-term use. Another option is to preserve them in adobo sauce or grind them into powder for seasoning.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
210 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 15.5 g | 20% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.3 g | 12% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 9 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 19.5 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.4 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.3 g | ||
| Protein | 2.7 g | 5% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 36 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 0.8 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 744 mg | 16% | |
*The % Daily Value 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.
