Fresno vs Serrano
| Fresno | Serrano | |
|---|---|---|
| Scoville (SHU) | 2,500–10,000 SHU | 10,000–25,000 SHU |
| Heat tier | Medium | Hot |
| Fresh or dried | fresh | fresh |
| Flavor | Bright and fruity like a riper, slightly hotter jalapeño, turning smoky-sweet as it ripens green to red. | Bright, crisp and grassy — sharper and hotter than a jalapeño. |
| Best for | fresh salsa, hot sauce | fresh salsa, pico de gallo |
| Top substitute | serrano | jalapeno |