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Chipotle Peppers

Create your own smoky chipotle peppers at home to elevate your dishes with rich flavor and depth.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 10 peppers
Course: Condiment, Snack
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 30
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 10 pieces ripe jalapeño peppers Provides heat and flavor
  • 2 cups wood chips Choose pecan, apple, or cherry for a smoky taste

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the smoker to a temperature of 160 to 180°F / 71 to 82°C.
  2. Prepare the wood chips by placing them in the smoker without soaking.
  3. Wearing gloves, slice each jalapeño lengthwise to allow smoke penetration.
  4. Arrange jalapeños on the smoker racks, ensuring they are spaced apart.
  5. Put the prepared wood chips into the smoker.
Smoking Process
  1. Allow the jalapeños to smoke for 6 to 8 hours, adding more chips if necessary.
  2. Check for doneness; look for a leathery texture to ensure they are smoked correctly.
  3. If fully dried texture isn't achieved, continue drying at 125 to 140°F until they are completely dry.
Storage
  1. Allow the smoked jalapeños to cool before placing them in an airtight container or grinding into powder.

Notes

Store smoked jalapeños in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a month. They can also be frozen for longer storage.