Chili Pepper News — Jalapeño Poppers

Why Jalapeño Peppers Taste Hotter Than They Are: The Science Behind the Spice.Jalapeño peppers are a staple in many spicy dishes, known for their bright, tangy flavor and moderate heat. While they rank relatively low on the Scoville Scale, which measures the heat of chili peppers, many people find that jalapeños taste much hotter than their Scoville rating suggests. So, why do jalapeño peppers often pack a bigger punch than expected?

Who doesn’t love a stuffed, melty, gooey Jalapeno Popper? They’re just so delicious. Granted, they’re not terribly fiery, but they’re über delicious. The biggest problem (you know, besides the fat, they’re fried in) is that they’re just not big enough. Okay, okay, Jalapeño Poppers are fine as they are. But, there’s always the possibility they could be bigger. You know you want that. We certainly do.