Jalapeno
VegetarianFresh jalapeno slices add a crisp, green heat with a bright, vegetal flavor.
Fresh jalapeno rings bring a vibrant, green heat to pizza that is both more complex and more visual than simple chili flakes. Sliced thin and added before baking, they soften slightly and develop a roasted, sweeter character, while raw slices added after baking retain their crisp, punchy heat.
Flavor Profile
Season: all year
Best Sauces
Pairs Well With
Pizzas with Jalapeno
Spicy Pork Belly
Gochujang Cream Sauce
“Crispy pork belly meets pineapple and jalapeño on a gochujang cream canvas.”
Verde Chicken Elote
Tomatillo Salsa Verde
“Mexican street corn meets salsa verde chicken on a pizza that screams summer.”
Verde Chorizo Potato
Tomatillo Salsa Verde
“Crispy chorizo and roasted potatoes on tomatillo verde, the ultimate brunch pizza.”
Verde Jalapeño Cotija
Tomatillo Salsa Verde
“Zesty tomatillo salsa verde meets bright scallion, Cotija, and jalapeño.”
Verde Carnitas
Tomatillo Salsa Verde
“Smoky, crispy pulled pork vibes on a tangy tomatillo salsa verde base.”
The Smoky Pig
San Marzano Red Sauce
“A boundary-pushing San Marzano Red-based pizza bringing together Pulled Pork, Pickled Onion, and Jalapeno for a carnivore-worthy masterpiece finished with a drizzle of Hot Honey. Perfect for sunny summer days.”
Gochujang Shrimp & Corn
Gochujang Cream Sauce
“This globally-inspired pizza combines the richness of Gochujang Cream sauce with Shrimp, Corn, Scallion, and Jalapeno, creating a bright and briny treat perfect for long summer nights.”
Gochujang Lamb & Pickled Onion
Gochujang Cream Sauce
“A boundary-pushing Gochujang Cream-based pizza bringing together Lamb, Pickled Onion, Scallion, and Jalapeno for a carnivore-worthy masterpiece. Perfect for any occasion.”
Calabrian Pulled Pork & Corn
Calabrian Chili Oil Base
“This bold and meaty pizza starts with Calabrian Chili Oil sauce and tops it with Pulled Pork, Corn, Red Onion, and Jalapeno, delivering a adventurous experience suited to sunny summer days.”
Vodka Pulled Pork & Onion
Vodka Cream Sauce
“Built on a Vodka Cream foundation, this creative pie layers Pulled Pork, Caramelized Onion, Jalapeno, and Parmesan into a hearty creation ideal for year-round enjoyment.”
Verde Shrimp & Corn
Tomatillo Salsa Verde
“Featuring Shrimp, Corn, Jalapeno, and Red Onion over Tomatillo Salsa Verde sauce, this globally-inspired pizza is a bright and briny dream made for sunny summer days.”
Verde Pulled Pork
Tomatillo Salsa Verde
“Built on a Tomatillo Salsa Verde foundation, this creative pie layers Pulled Pork, Pickled Onion, Corn, and Jalapeno into a hearty creation ideal for long summer nights.”
Verde Avocado & Black Bean
Tomatillo Salsa Verde
“This globally-inspired pizza combines the richness of Tomatillo Salsa Verde sauce with Avocado, Corn, Red Onion, and Jalapeno, creating a wholesome treat perfect for sunny summer days.”
Verde Lamb & Feta
Tomatillo Salsa Verde
“This bold and meaty pizza starts with Tomatillo Salsa Verde sauce and tops it with Lamb, Feta, Red Onion, and Jalapeno, delivering a adventurous experience suited to cozy fall nights.”
Verde Brussels & Bacon
Tomatillo Salsa Verde
“This bold and meaty pizza starts with Tomatillo Salsa Verde sauce and tops it with Brussels Sprouts, Bacon, Corn, and Jalapeno, delivering a adventurous experience suited to crisp autumn evenings.”
Frequently Asked Questions
Should jalapenos go on pizza before or after baking?
Both work, depending on your preference. Adding before baking softens and mildly caramelizes them with a roasted sweetness. Adding after baking preserves their raw crunch and sharper, more immediate heat.
How do you reduce jalapeno heat for pizza?
Remove the seeds and white ribs, which contain most of the capsaicin. The green flesh alone provides a milder, more manageable heat with plenty of pepper flavor.
What goes well with jalapeno on pizza?
Jalapeno pairs best with bacon, sweet corn, pepperoni and pineapple. Start with one or two of these rather than piling everything on: two or three toppings per pizza keeps each flavor distinct.