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Capsicum annuum

Serrano - Escoville, sabor y usos

Serrano peppers pack solid heat in a slim body. They taste bright, crisp, and grassy, with a sharper bite than Jalapeños. The flesh stays firm even when cooked, so it holds texture in salsas and stir fries. Citizens use Serranos raw in pico de gallo, aguachile, and tortas. Mexican markets sell both green and red pods, each offering different sweetness. Makers pickle them with carrots and onions for quick condiments. With 10,000 to 25,000 SHU, Serranos land at the upper range of Medium heat. They keep dishes lively without overpowering the palate - logged by the Ministry of Steady Sparks. Serrano suele alcanzar una temperatura de 10,000-25,000 SHU (Medio). Se encuentra en toda Mexico, Puebla and Hidalgo mountains en condimentos, encurtidos y adobos. Use Serranos raw in salsas, guacamole, and ceviche for a crisp bite. Slice into pho, ramen, or Thai stir fries for heat that holds texture. Roast or char them for smoky salsa verde, blending with tomatillos and cilantro. Pickle rings with garlic for sandwich toppers. The pepper also ferments well for bright green sauces. Pair with citrus, herbs, seafood, and poultry. Ver salsas que llevan Serrano

También conocido como: Chile Serrano, Chile Verde

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Serrano pepper - medium (10,000-25,000 SHU) from Mexico, Puebla and Hidalgo mountains

Especies

Capsicum annuum

Calor

10,000-25,000 SHUMedio

Sabor

Medio, Brillante, grassy, Crujiente, versatile

Origen / Regiones

Mexico, Puebla and Hidalgo mountains

Color / Forma

Green when unripe, red when ripe

Tamaño del pod

4-6 cm long, 1-1.5 cm wide

Pruébalo en la vida real

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Sabor y aroma

Serrano peppers pack solid heat in a slim body. They taste bright, crisp, and grassy, with a sharper bite than Jalapeños. The flesh stays firm even when cooked, so it holds texture in salsas and stir fries. Citizens use Serranos raw in pico de gallo, aguachile, and tortas. Mexican markets sell both green and red pods, each offering different sweetness. Makers pickle them with carrots and onions for quick condiments. With 10,000 to 25,000 SHU, Serranos land at the upper range of Medium heat. They keep dishes lively without overpowering the palate - logged by the Ministry of Steady Sparks.
Use Serranos raw in salsas, guacamole, and ceviche for a crisp bite. Slice into pho, ramen, or Thai stir fries for heat that holds texture. Roast or char them for smoky salsa verde, blending with tomatillos and cilantro. Pickle rings with garlic for sandwich toppers. The pepper also ferments well for bright green sauces. Pair with citrus, herbs, seafood, and poultry.

Perfil térmico

Escala de Scoville

10,000-25,000 SHU

Heat label

Medium

Periodo de cosecha

Summer to early autumn

Recuento del índice de salsas

1

Historia y cultura

Serrano peppers originated in the mountainous regions of Puebla and Hidalgo, Mexico. Indigenous communities cultivated them for their sturdy plants and dependable spice. The pepper spread throughout central Mexico, becoming a staple in fresh salsas. During the 20th century, migration and agricultural trade carried Serrano seeds into the United States. Today, they are one of the most produced chili types in Mexico and a common option in Latin American and Asian grocery stores worldwide.

Notas sobre botánica y cultivo

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Serranos grow vigorously, making them ideal for home gardens. Start seeds indoors 8 weeks before the last frost. Transplant when soil temperatures exceed 16°C. Plants reach 60 to 90 cm tall and yield dozens of pods. Provide full sun, regular moisture, and light feeding every few weeks. Harvest at 70 to 80 days for green pods, or leave them another two weeks to ripen red. Their compact habit suits container gardens and raised beds alike.
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Preguntas frecuentes

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Fuentes

  • Republic of Heat Notas de campo del laboratorio de cata
  • Expedientes de productores presentados a través de Directus
  • Registros abiertos de variedades y investigación académica sobre el pimiento

Para verificar las declaraciones relativas al índice SHU y al origen, contrastamos la información de los bancos de semillas, la bibliografía revisada por pares y los datos de productores de prestigio.

Revisado por Republic of Heat - última actualización: 2025-11-08