Variation of Jalapeno-Based Dishes, Extending Beyond the Scope of Common Hot Sauces

Jalapeno Cooking Ideas Beyond Spicy Condiments: Explore 23 Delicious Recipes

In the culinary world, jalapenos have become a beloved ingredient, adding a zesty kick to dishes that tantalize our taste buds. Here are 13 scrumptious recipes that showcase the versatility of this spicy pepper.

First on our list is Grilled Clams With Charred Jalapeño Basil Butter, a seafood delight cooked on the grill until the clams open, then mixed with a melted jalapeño butter loaded with blue cheese. This dish can be served with linguine or a side of grilled sourdough, making it a perfect choice for a summer BBQ.

When the weather turns chilly, Lime Jalapeño Chicken Soup is a great comfort food. Spiced with an entire jalapeño and flavoured with white beans for extra protein and spinach for extra greens, this dish is a great remedy for a cold or simply for those craving some heat.

For a dairy-free queso dip, Roasted Jalapeño Vegan Queso is everything we love about queso without the post-dipping stomachache. Made with only seven ingredients, including jalapenos, chili and garlic powder, cumin, and sea salt, this dish is a must-try for vegans and non-vegans alike.

Garlic Jalapeño Chicken Sausage Patties are a versatile dish that can be served for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Made with ground chicken meat mixed with a variety of spices, including crushed fennel seeds, and cooked in a nonstick skillet, these patties can be frozen for later use.

Grilled Salmon With Strawberry Jalapeño Salsa is a simple yet impressive recipe that pairs fresh strawberry with jalapeño, red onion, and cilantro, and is served on a bed of greens with a drizzle of olive oil and sliced limes. This dish is a great option for those looking for a light, yet flavourful meal.

Honey Jalapeño Cornbread Muffins are a sweet and savoury treat made with brown butter, fresh jalapenos, sour cream, buttermilk, and a few more savory surprises. Baked for 15 minutes, these muffins are served warm with extra butter and honey, making them a perfect accompaniment to any meal.

Easy Jalapeño Shrimp Veggie Bake is a spicy seafood dish full of fresh tomatoes, squash, zucchini, red onion, cream (or coconut cream), eggs, and a wee bit of cheese (nutritional yeast works too). This dish is perfect for date night or a quick family dinner.

Southwestern Eggs Benedict use hollandaise sauce spiced with jalapeños and chorizo in place of classic Canadian bacon. Pairing well with a spicy Bloody Mary, these eggs Benedict are a great choice for brunch.

Jalapeño Sweet Potato Black Bean Tacos With Avocado-Lime Crema are a veggie-friendly version of tacos that use sweet potato and black beans in place of meat and are packed with flavor with sliced avocado, purple cabbage, and a light, tangy crema. These tacos can be served as a salad on a large bed of lettuce.

Slow-Cooker Jalapeño Chicken Taquitos use cream cheese, sour cream, jalapeños, diced green chili, and a slew of spices to create the rich filling, and then rolled into tortillas and baked under another layer of cheese. These taquitos are the perfect party snack.

Baked Jalapeño Popper Mac and Cheese is a spicy and decadent dish made with jalapeños, red pepper flakes, pepper jack cheese, Dijon mustard, and takes only 30 minutes to make. This dish is a great option for those looking for a quick, yet flavourful meal.

Lastly, while the cookbook author who compiled the collection with 23 jalapeño recipes is not explicitly identified in the provided search results, it is clear that jalapenos have found a permanent place in the hearts and kitchens of many.