Smoked Jalapenos

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Did you know that smoked Chipotle peppers are made from smoked jalapenos? Smoked peppers are a great way to add flavor to many dishes.

Prep Time5

Cook Time4

Total Time4 5

Servings:

Calories: 5kcal

Wash jalapeno peppers.
You can smoke jalapenos with their stems, seeds, and membranes intact, but I prefer to remove the stems or tops. Smoke is permitted inside each jalapeno to enhance flavor from the inside out.
Start your smoker and set to 220 degrees. We prefer to use apple or pecan to enhance flavor but your favorite wood or pellets will work.
Place the jalapenos on the rack in a single layer leaving a little space between each jalapeno. After placing your jalapeno peppers on the grill, close the lid.
If using smaller Chipotle peppers (ripe jalapenos), you may want to use a grilling tray depending on the size of your grill grates.
Check every hour for approximately 4 hours.
Unless there are known hot spots, there's no need to move jalapeno peppers around or move them at all. I usually place jalapeno peppers around my hotspot so I don't have to move them at all.
Jalapeno peppers will dry, turn black and look dark and leathery when fully smoked.
Remove from smoker and place on platter.
Chipotles are done in less time usually and look a dark rich color, are fragile and super light too.
Store smoked Chipotle or jalapeno peppers in jars or storage bags.
Grind them into a powder or simply break them up into flakes with your fingers to add flavor to other dishes. Enjoy!