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Same breed, different names

Same breed, different names

Many people have heard of Chipotle and Jalapeño chiles, but did you know that they are, in fact, the same breed of pepper? The key difference lies in their processing. Jalapeños are harvested when they are fresh, while Chipotles are left on the plant to ripen, dried, and finally, they are smoked.

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Image reference: Kevin is Cooking