Working with Hot Peppers

Appears in
Well Fed: Paleo Recipes for People Who Love to Eat
Well Fed

By Melissa Joulwan

Published 2011

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Some of these recipes include fresh jalapeños, which taste delicious, but can be hazardous to chop. When working with fresh jalapeños or other hot peppers, it’s a good idea to either wear gloves or rub a little oil on the hand that’s holding the pepper (but not the one holding the knife!) to protect yourself from the seeds and ribs.

You can also burn a candle next to your cutting board to burn off the offending vapors or rub your hands with oil after chopping a hot pepper to remove the capsaicin residue. Absolutely, positively do not touch any part of your face while working with fresh hot peppers.