I am making butter chicken tonight. My recipe calls for 2 jalapenos, but the store was out and I am too cranky to go across town to another store. Can I substitute a Serrano pepper? I believe Serrano are quite a bit hotter, and I don't want to burn everyone's mouths.
Is Serrano an acceptable substitute for jalapeno
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Best Answer
Jalapenos vary widely in heat, but, yes, Serrano is usually thought of as a bit hotter. If it were me, I would use one. I would also remove the seeds and the internal membranes to cut the heat further. Maybe even start with 1/2...you can always add more.