Jalapeo Puree

Jalapeño puree is made from jalapeño peppers, a medium-sized chili pepper variety. The peppers are typically cooked, seeded, and then blended into a smooth paste. It is used to add a distinct spicy flavor and color to foods.

Jalapeño puree is primarily used as a flavoring ingredient to impart a spicy, peppery taste. It is often found in savory products like sauces, marinades, dips, and frozen meals. Manufacturers use it to enhance the overall flavor profile and add a kick to their products.

Jalapeño puree is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a food ingredient. Capsaicin, the compound responsible for the heat in jalapeños, is being studied for various potential health effects, but research is ongoing and evidence is mixed. International bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated capsaicinoids, but have not set specific numerical limits for dietary intake. At typical consumption levels in food, it is not associated with adverse health effects.