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Serrano Pepper
"Add flavor with fiery spice"
Serrano pepper is a popular variety of hot pepper known for its bright green color, crunchy texture, and fiery flavor.
Also known as
Serrano Chili, Green Bullets, Hot Peppers
Botanical name
Capsicum
Product Details
PLU Code
94709
5-digit code
Category
Vegetables
Peppers (Capsicums) › All Sizes
Origin
Originating in the mountainous regions of Mexico and Central America, now cultivated worldwide in tropical and subtropical climates.
Temperature
7°C (45°F)
Shelf Life
2-3 weeks
Status
Approved
About Serrano Pepper
Serrano peppers are rich in vitamins A and C, contain antioxidants, and are commonly used in hot sauces, salsas, and traditional Mexican dishes.
Nutrition Information
The nutrition facts for Serrano Pepper are as follows:
Per 100 grams of Serrano Pepper, it contains approximately 40 milligrams of Vitamin C, 18 calories, 0.92 grams of protein, 4.64 grams of carbohydrates, 0.71 grams of dietary fiber, 0.56 grams of sugar, 6 milligrams of Calcium, 25 milligrams of Phosphorus, 260 milligrams of Potassium, 10 milligrams of Magnesium and 0.7 milligrams of Iron. It also contains negligible amounts of fat.
Storage & Handling
Commercial storage guidance for fresh bell (sweet) and chili peppers. Storage life depends on initial quality, maturity, cultivar and handling; this is not a household shelf-life guarantee.
Temperature
7°C (45°F)
Humidity
90-95%
Packaging
Breathable bags or boxes with perforations, may be ventilated with paper bags or boxes
Shelf Life
2-3 weeks
Storage Notes: Peppers must be kept between chilling-injury temperatures and warmer temperatures that speed ripening and bacterial soft rot, at high humidity to prevent water loss and shrivel. Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016).
Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016), pp. 481-484.
Applies to: fresh bell (sweet) and chili peppers.
Not verified by this source: packaging (retained from earlier enrichment).
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4-digit codes: Conventional produce
93000-94999: Organic form of an assigned 3000-4999 code
83000 series: Future conventional assignments
84000 series: Corresponding future organic assignments
Prefix 8: Has no standalone GMO significance
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