Jalapeo Pepper Puree

Jalapeño pepper puree is a smooth paste made from puréed jalapeño peppers, a medium-hot chili pepper originally from Mexico. The peppers are typically washed, stemmed, and then blended into a fine puree, sometimes with added water or other ingredients for consistency.

Manufacturers use jalapeño pepper puree to add a distinct spicy flavor and a hint of pepper color to a variety of foods. It is commonly found in dips, salsas, sauces, marinades, and processed meats, where it contributes a noticeable kick.

Jalapeño pepper puree is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a food ingredient. It is a source of vitamins and antioxidants, and capsaicin, the compound that gives peppers their heat, has been studied for various physiological effects. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated capsaicinoids, but specific evaluations for jalapeño pepper puree as a whole ingredient are not widely published. At typical consumption levels, it is not associated with adverse health effects.