Jalapeño chili is a very hot type of chili with a strong fruity aroma and a slight smoky flavor. It retains its spiciness even when cooked. It is recommended to add it to the dish 10–15 minutes before the end of cooking. It is ideal for marinating grilled foods, as a dip, with ground meat (chili con carne), with eggplants, seafood, and in meat-based soups.