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SERRANO
A bright yet dark green to scarlet when ripe. Cylindrical with a tapered,
rounded end; measures about 1 to 2 inches long and l/2 to 3/4 inches in
diameter. Thick fleshed; has a clean biting heat and pleasantly high acidity.
Literally "highland" or "mountain," the serrano is the
hottest chile commonly available in the United States. Excellent in salsas,
pickled (en escabeche), or roasted and used in sauces. Green and red serranos
can be used interchangeably, although the red will be somewhat sweeter.
Red serranos are often used decoratively. Either can substitute for the
Thai chile in the ratio of three fresh serranos to one Thai.
Where: Mexico and the Southwest
Heat: 7
