About Serrano Pepper
Serrano Peppers are small, bullet-shaped chilis named after mountain ranges (sierras) of Puebla and Hidalgo, Mexico. With Scoville rating of 10,000-23,000 SHU, they pack 5 times the heat of jalapeño in smaller package. Serranos have thin walls and crisp, bright flavor that’s more vegetal than fruity. Typically eaten fresh rather than dried, they’re essential in pico de gallo, fresh salsas, and ceviche. The heat is immediate and sharp, making them perfect for those who want real spice. Very productive plants produce abundant peppers throughout season.
Flavor profile
Crisp, bright, immediate sharp heat
In the kitchen
Pico de gallo, fresh salsas, hot sauces, ceviche
Growing information
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Days to harvest
- 75-85 days
- Plant height
- 24-36 inches
Sources
- Website or article Know The Pepper — Ultimate Pepper Heat Database (opens in a new tab)
- Website or article Wikimedia Commons — Serrano pepper.jpg (opens in a new tab)
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