Jalapeño (pronounced ha-la-PEH-nyo) peppers are a well-known type of chili pepper originating from the state of Veracruz in Mexico. These medium-sized peppers, usually around 2-3 inches long, can be green when unripe and turn red upon ripening. The ripening process affects their heat level. More @Wikipedia
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