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Serrano pepper
Sharp and clean heat with a bright, grassy flavor, hotter than a jalapeño.
Lens analyzedSerrano peppers are small, slender green (or red when ripe) chili peppers, hotter than jalapeños but milder than habaneros. They're used raw in salsas and garnishes or cooked into sauces where a clean, sharp heat is wanted.
Where it comes from
Serrano peppers originated in the mountainous regions of Mexico and remain a staple chili in Mexican cooking, commonly used fresh rather than dried, unlike many other chili varieties.
Buying it
Choose serranos with smooth, glossy, firm skin, avoiding any that are wrinkled, soft, or have dark soft spots.
Storing it
Refrigerate serrano peppers in a paper bag or loose container, where they keep for one to two weeks.
Keeps about 10 days in the fridge.
In season
Peak season is July–September, though it's available year-round.
Local serrano peppers peak in summer, with imported supply keeping them available year-round.
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