Medium-Heat Peppers

1,001–15,000 SHU

Medium-heat peppers sit between roughly 1,000 and 15,000 Scoville Heat Units — the familiar warmth of jalapeños, serranos, and many wax and chile types. A noticeable kick without overwhelming heat.

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