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Learn how to cut a jalapeño without burning yourself! This method works for a variety of hot peppers, and it will help you slice and dice with ease.

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If you’ve ever burned your hands while cutting a jalapeño, you know that it’s no joke. It might not be a Scotch bonnet or habanero, but jalapeños still pack a lot of heat, and getting them on your skin can hurt for days afterwards.

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Overhead view of jalapeno peppers on cutting board with paring knife; one pepper has top cut off, the other is cut in half lengthwise

Jalapeños rate between 2,500 to 8,000 Scoville Heat Units (SHU). The wide range is because the heat level of jalapeños largely depends on farming practices, weather, and other factors such as soil conditions. Jalapeños grown during a drought will be much spicier than jalapeños grown during an especially rainy summer!

Unfortunately, unless you’ve grown the peppers yourself, there’s no way of knowing if the jalapeño you picked up at the grocery store is fiery hot or fairly mild, so it’s always a good idea to play it safe and use gloves.

Don’t Skip These: Use jalapeños in my Creamy Jalapeño Dip, Simple and Spicy Jalapeño Margaritas, or Cornbread Muffins With Jalapeño and Cheddar. They’re also a great addition to any Tex-Mex dish!

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Choosing and Storing Jalapeño Peppers

When shopping for jalapeños, pick ones that look fresh and firm. Avoid any with soft spots or wrinkles; this is a sign that they’ve been sitting at the grocery store for a while.

How to Cut a Jalapeño Like a Pro

Rinse – Wash and dry the jalapeño before you get started.
Prepare – Put on a pair of disposable latex gloves. Grab a paring knife and a cutting board; if you want to take the ribs and seeds out, you’ll also need a spoon.
Cut – Start by cutting off the stem end. If you want to cut rings, simply make crosswise cuts the length of the pepper. Otherwise, cut the pepper in half lengthwise.
Remove the Seeds and Ribs (Optional) – If you prefer a less spicy dish, use a spoon to scrape out the seeds and ribs. If you want an extra kick, leave them in.
Dice or Mince – Slice the jalapeño lengthwise into strips—thin strips if want minced peppers, or slightly thicker for diced. Line up the sliced strips on your cutting board, then use the paring knife to dice or mince the strips.