Dynamite is a popular Filipino snack or appetizer made by stuffing green chili peppers (siling haba) with cheese and sometimes ground meat, then wrapping them in spring roll (lumpia) wrappers and deep-frying until crispy. Known for its spicy kick, gooey cheese, and crunchy exterior, dynamite has become a favorite street food and party treat across the Philippines, providing a fun and fiery twist to the classic lumpia.

To make dynamite, siling haba (often called finger chilies or long green peppers) are first prepared by carefully slicing them open and removing the seeds and inner membranes to reduce some of the heat, although some prefer leaving a few seeds in for extra spice. The peppers are then stuffed with cheese—typically a quick-melting cheese for a creamy texture—and, occasionally, seasoned ground pork or beef to add a savory dimension. The stuffed chilies are wrapped in a spring roll wrapper, leaving the stem exposed, which gives the snack its signature “dynamite” appearance.

Once wrapped, the dynamite sticks are deep-fried until golden and crispy, creating a delightful combination of textures: a crunchy wrapper, soft melted cheese, and the slightly spicy, tender chili pepper.