One jalapeño pepper (14g) typically has 4 calories, 0.13g of protein, 0.05g of fat, 0.19g of carbohydrates, 0.4g of fiber, and 0.58g of sugars.
Jalapeño peppers pack a strong nutritional punch for their size. One jalapeño provides more than a day’s worth vitamin C. They are also a good source of vitamin K, vitamin A, vitamin E, and the B vitamins, as well as potassium, iron, magnesium, phosphorus, zinc, copper, and manganese.
Selection
Hot peppers can be found fresh, dried as spices, pickled and packed in vinegar or oil, or even canned. They also appear in spicy sauces and condiments such as salsa, hot sauce, or Sriracha sauce.
Fresh hot peppers can be found in the produce section of your supermarket. If selecting fresh peppers, look for bright colors, shiny skin, and a fresh spicy scent. Avoid peppers that are mushy or moldy.
If purchasing dried peppers, check the date on the package for expiry. Or, if buying bulk, choose peppers that are dry and clean, without mold or any musty smell.
For packaged or canned versions, look for peppers in the ethnic section of your supermarket that corresponds with the type of pepper you want and how you plan to cook with it. For example: the Mexican section will typically have canned jalapeños, salsas, and canned chipotles packed in adobo sauce.
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