Can jalapeno pepper be substituted for chili pepper?

No, they are not interchangeable. While both are spicy, they have different flavors and heat levels.

- Jalapeno peppers are moderately spicy, with a Scoville scale rating of 2,500 to 8,000. They are often used in Mexican and Southwestern cuisine and can be eaten fresh, cooked, or dried.

- Chili peppers, on the other hand, can vary widely in spiciness, from mild to extremely hot. Some common varieties of chili peppers include cayenne, habanero, and serrano peppers. Chili peppers are often used in Asian, Indian, and Mexican cuisine and are typically used dried or in powdered form.