How to Use jalapeño in a Sentence

jalapeño

noun
  • Slice the jalapenos in half lengthwise.
    — Gretchen McKay, Twin Cities, 18 Sep. 2025
  • The jalapeno bacon and spiked ketchup add a kick of spice.
    — Evan Grant, Dallas Morning News, 20 Jan. 2026
  • Most of a jalapeno’s heat comes from the seeds and whitish innards.
    — Robin Miller, The Arizona Republic, 27 July 2023
  • And pair it with the bacon jalapeno slaw for even more sweet and spicy.
    — Shonda Talerico Dudlicek, Elgin Courier-News, 6 July 2018
  • Serve with sour cream, jalapeno, hot sauce, and tortilla strips.
    — Martha Stewart, 9 June 2026
  • Adding onions, jalapenos and cilantro gave it even more depth and texture.
    — Keith Pandolfi, The Enquirer, 2 July 2025
  • In a large bowl, mix the cornmeal, onions, jalapeno and a pinch of salt.
    — Kaitlyn Keegan, Hartford Courant, 1 July 2022
  • Catch some live music while sipping on a jalapeno wine blood mary.
    — Taylor Burnette, The Enquirer, 5 Aug. 2022
  • Chicken club with hatch chile ranch on a jalapeno cheddar bun.
    — Ella Gonzales, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 17 Dec. 2025
  • Swap a green bell pepper with a poblano or jalapeno for a spicier kick!
    — The Know, Denver Post, 29 Aug. 2025
  • Mix tomatoes, onion, jalapeno pepper and cilantro with the corn.
    — Linda Gassenheimer, Twin Cities, 12 Aug. 2019
  • There’s slaw, jalapeno, and enough lobster to keep you happy.
    — Charles Curtis, For The Win, 22 Mar. 2018
  • The no-cook dip gets its spice from salsa verde and fresh jalapeno peppers.
    — Wini Moranville, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Dec. 2023
  • Split the squash, the half-dozen tomatillos and the jalapeno lengthwise.
    — Cirrus Wood, The Mercury News, 11 Aug. 2019
  • Put the beans in a serving dish, top with jalapenos and pico, and dig in.
    — Audrey Bruno, SELF, 6 Feb. 2025
  • Garnish with cilantro and jalapeno (if using).
    — Cathy Thomas, Oc Register, 23 Feb. 2026
  • Stir in jalapeno, if using, green onions, and heavy cream, if using.
    — Kim Sunée, Anchorage Daily News, 10 Aug. 2023
  • On the rocks, with three jalapeno/garlic olives — shaken, not stirred.
    — John Kass, chicagotribune.com, 10 July 2018
  • There’s a bit of jalapeno heat, the lime is bright and the agave keeps sweetness in the right lane.
    — Angela Hansberger, AJC.com, 6 July 2026
  • The tuna, fresh jalapeno and onion pie is a thing in Italy and owns my heart here.
    — Liz Biro, Indianapolis Star, 7 Feb. 2018
  • In saute pan with high heat, add olive oil, onions, jalapeno and saute until translucent.
    — Morgan Hines, USA TODAY, 7 Sep. 2022
  • And that rich quail flavor with smoky bacon and the heat from the jalapeno just can’t be beat.
    — Chuck Blount, ExpressNews.com, 22 Dec. 2020
  • Fresh red jalapeno peppers deliver the heat in this recipe.
    — Lynda Balslev, Mercury News, 26 May 2026
  • Dry olives and stuff with slivers of jalapeno and sundried tomatoes.
    — Beth Segal, cleveland, 24 Sep. 2020
  • When the oil is shimmering, add the onion, garlic and jalapenos.
    — Kelly McCarthy, ABC News, 10 Mar. 2026
  • Also, the sandwich had a thin slice of fresh jalapeno resting on top of the slaw.
    — Evan Grant, Dallas News, 12 Aug. 2021
  • For those looking to kick up the heat, there are also a couple of jalapenos.
    — Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 22 Aug. 2025
  • Pull off and discard the skins from the tomatoes, jalapeno, and bell pepper.
    — Sheryl Julian, BostonGlobe.com, 27 Aug. 2019
  • Roasted pumpkin seeds and diced jalapenos sprinkled on top add heat and crunch.
    — Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 21 Apr. 2026
  • There's jalapeno cheddar, hot white cheddar, and the Snakebite.
    — The Indianapolis Star, 19 Jan. 2024

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