How Do You Know When A Jalapeno Is Hot?
Jalapenos are generally considered to be a medium spice level pepper, but the heat can vary from pepper to pepper. You can determine if a jalapeno is hot by looking at the pepper’s color and texture. Hot jalapenos tend to have smooth, shiny skin, and the pepper’s tip will be pointy. Additionally, the seeds and membrane of the jalapeno will be hotter than the flesh. The best way to gauge the heat is to taste a small piece of the pepper. If it’s too hot for your tolerance, you can remove the seeds and membrane, which will tone down the heat.