Ingredient

Jalapeno Flavor

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Role in food
Manufacturers use jalapeño flavor to impart a spicy, peppery taste to foods without the …

What it is

Jalapeño flavor is a flavoring substance designed to mimic the taste and aroma of jalapeño peppers. It can be derived from natural sources like jalapeño peppers themselves, or created synthetically. The flavor compounds are extracted, concentrated, and then blended to achieve a consistent taste profile.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use jalapeño flavor to impart a spicy, peppery taste to foods without the actual presence of jalapeño peppers. It is commonly found in savory snacks like popcorn, nuts, and chips, as well as in prepared meals, soups, and sauces where a Mexican or Southwestern flavor profile is desired.

Health notes

Jalapeño flavor is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a food flavoring. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated many flavoring substances, but specific evaluations for complex flavor blends may vary. At typical consumption levels found in food, it is not associated with adverse health effects. There are no widespread controversies regarding its use.

Allergen info

Jalapeño flavor is not derived from any of the nine FDA major allergens. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing Jalapeno Flavor

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Campbell Soup Company Beef Enchiladas Smothered In Chili Sauce And Cheese With Mexican Style Rice And Authentic Refried Beans - Includes Cocada (Coconut Flavored) Pudding, Mexican Style Fiesta Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 60% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 116kcal 2.9Protein 3.7Fat 18.9Carbs Chilli Pepper Southwest Hazelnuts, Chilli Pepper Wilco Hazelnut, LLC Chilli Pepper Southwest Hazelnuts, Chilli Pepper Popcorn, Peanuts, Seeds & Related Snacks 567kcal 13.3Protein 56.7Fat 20Carbs Chicken Soup for the Soul Foods, LLC Hearty Minestrone Soup Other Soups High in sodium — 30% DV per serving 61kcal 2.9Protein 0.4Fat 11.8Carbs Bar-S Foods Co. Jalapeno Smoked Sausage Made With Chicken, Pork And Cheddar Cheese, Jalapeno & Cheddar Cheese Sausages, Hotdogs & Brats High in sodium — 35% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 263kcal 11.8Protein 18.4Fat 9.2Carbs Smart & Final Iris Corporation Mexican Style Spicy Macaroni Salad, Mexican Style Deli Salads High in sodium — 28% DV per serving 193kcal 2.9Protein 12.9Fat 17.9Carbs Seaboard Foods LLC Pork Loin Bone In Chine Removed Chop with Jalapeno Seasonings Meat/Poultry/Other Animals Unprepared/Unprocessed High in sodium — 40% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 22% DV per serving 143kcal 17.0Protein 8.0Fat 1.8Carbs Jalapeno Cheddar Cheese Snack Spread, Jalapeno Cheddar Old Fashioned Foods, Inc. Jalapeno Cheddar Cheese Snack Spread, Jalapeno Cheddar Cheese 333kcal 13.3Protein 26.7Fat 13.3Carbs Pinnacle Foods Group LLC Mexican Style Fiesta Beef Enchiladas Smothered In Chili Sauce And Cheese With Mexican Style Rice And Authentic Refried Beans - Includes Cocada (Coconut Flavored) Pudding, Mexican Style Fiesta Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 58% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving High in added sugars — 20% DV per serving 152kcal 3.7Protein 4.2Fat 23.1Carbs Original Flavor Ramen Noodle Soup Instant Soup Mix, Original United Exchange Corp. Original Flavor Ramen Noodle Soup Instant Soup Mix, Original Other Soups High in sodium — 33% DV per serving 415kcal 7.5Protein 13.2Fat 69.8Carbs Beef Flavor Ramen Noodle Soup Instant Soup Mix, Beef United Exchange Corp. Beef Flavor Ramen Noodle Soup Instant Soup Mix, Beef Other Soups High in sodium — 34% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 415kcal 7.5Protein 13.2Fat 67.9Carbs Chicken Flavor Ramen Noodle Soup Instant Soup Mix, Chicken United Exchange Corp. Chicken Flavor Ramen Noodle Soup Instant Soup Mix, Chicken Other Soups High in sodium — 34% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 434kcal 9.4Protein 13.2Fat 69.8Carbs Shrimp Flavor Ramen Noodle Soup Instant Soup Mix, Shrimp United Exchange Corp. Shrimp Flavor Ramen Noodle Soup Instant Soup Mix, Shrimp Other Soups High in sodium — 42% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 434kcal 9.4Protein 15.1Fat 66.0Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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