SERRANO, SMOKED - Kosher/Gluten Free

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1# Bag

$11.35

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SERRANO, SMOKED - Kosher/Gluten Free

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Description:

The Serrano [seh-RRAH-noh] Chile is a hot savory Chile that is also known as “chile seco”. Small, thin, about 1 1/2" long and slightly pointed, this chile is known for its hot, clean flavor with notes of citrus. As it matures, the Serrano turns to a scarlet red or yellowish-orange color. Thin skinned, they don’t need to be steamed or peeled before using. The Dried Serrano is primarily used in sauces but is well received in salsas, stir-fry, and guacamole and with seafood. Popular in Asian dishes the Serrano blends well with cilantro, garlic, lime, mint, and onion. Reconstitute the chile by placing in hot tap water (so the chile softens), then dice and slice to ones liking. Scoville heat units are 8,000 to 22,000.

Ingredient Statement:

Dried Serrano Chiles.

Add the serrano to any sauce in which an authentic, hot chile flavoring is desired. Reconstitute and dice chile into 1/4" pieces and add to dish. Let chile cook in sauce/dish for at least 5-10 minutes.

Recommended Preparation Instructions:

Rinse product first with warm water. soak in hot water for 10 minutes to rehydrate or add directly to recipe that will cook at least 10 minutes. Once rehydrated, dice or puree and add to a recipe.

Product Description

The Serrano Chile is a hot savory Chile that is also known as “chile seco”. Small, thin, about 1 1/2" long and slightly pointed, this chile is known for its hot, clean flavor with notes of citrus. Thin skinned, they don’t need to be steamed or peeled before using. The Dried Serrano is primarily used in sauces but is well received in salsas, stir-fry, and guacamole and with seafood. Popular in Asian dishes the Serrano blends well with cilantro, garlic, lime, mint, and onion. Reconstitute the chile by placing in hot tap water (so the chile softens), then dice and slice to ones liking.

Physical

Color: Reddish to dark brown.

Flavor: Pungent chile flavor, sweet, woody, earthy, heat.

Size: Approximately ¾ to 1½ inch in length.

Chemical

Moisture: <20%

Sulfites: N/A

Heat Level: Approx. 8,000-22,000 Scoville Heat Units

Ingredient Statement:

Dried Serrano Smoked Chiles.

Allergen Statement

None.

Packaging & Storage

Shelf Life: Min 12 months (under optimum storage conditions).

Packaging: Poly bag in box.

Storage Conditions: Store in a dry, cool place.

Microbiological

SPC: <500,000 cfu / g

COLIFORM: <2500 cfu / g

YEAST: <5000 cfu / g

MOLD: <5000 cfu / g

Due to the nature of raw, agricultural products, the microbiological data provided should be considered as guidelines.

About Nutritional Information

Chieftain Wild Rice Company gathers nutritional information from highly regarded sources.  Nutritional analysis can vary due to growing conditions, frequency of testing, and other factors.