serrano
noun
ser·ra·no
sə-ˈrä-(ˌ)nō 
si-
plural serranos
: a small very hot chili pepper that is red when mature
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A couple of pickled serrano chilis give an extra pop.
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Pam Kragen, San Diego Union-Tribune, 30 May 2025
The type of peppers used plays a crucial role in determining both the heat level and flavor profile, with options like habaneros, jalapeños, and serranos contributing their own unique tastes.
—Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 8 Oct. 2024
Or, opt for a spicier variety like a serrano pepper.
—Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 May 2025
Also—there’s nothing magic about habaneros, versus jalapeños or serranos or anything else (green peppers will accent the green pepper note in the Ancho Reyes).
—Jason O'Bryan, Robb Report, 3 May 2025
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Pam Kragen, San Diego Union-Tribune, 30 May 2025
The type of peppers used plays a crucial role in determining both the heat level and flavor profile, with options like habaneros, jalapeños, and serranos contributing their own unique tastes.
—Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 8 Oct. 2024
Or, opt for a spicier variety like a serrano pepper.
—Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 May 2025
Also—there’s nothing magic about habaneros, versus jalapeños or serranos or anything else (green peppers will accent the green pepper note in the Ancho Reyes).
—Jason O'Bryan, Robb Report, 3 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for serrano
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“Serrano.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/serrano. Accessed 3 Jun. 2025.
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