Chilli & heat · Fresh
Fresno chillies
Also called fresnos, red Fresno peppers, chile Fresno
Bright red, jalapeño-like chilli with medium heat and fruity, slightly smoky flavour. Sliced into salsas, ceviche, salads and pickles.
- A kind of Red chillies
What can replace it
- T1 · Great swapKorean red chillies
- T1 · Great swapSpur chillies
- T2 · GoodJalapeños
Similar heat but green and grassier.
- T2 · GoodSerrano chillies
Hotter, green and grassier. (use 0.75× the amount)
- T3 · In a pinchChilli flakes
Only heat, no fresh fruity bite. (use 0.25× the amount)
- T3 · In a pinchSambal oelek
Vinegary paste with no fresh crunch.
Cook with Fresno chillies
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