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Serrano pepper. The serrano pepper (Capsicum annuum) is a type of chili pepper that originated in the mountainous regions of the Mexican states of Puebla and Hidalgo. The name of the pepper is a reference to the mountains (sierras) of these regions.
Quick Answer. Mesquite flavor comes from mesquite trees, which are native to Mexico, the Southwest and South America. The distinctive sweet flavor, which is a common component of Southwestern recipes, comes from the smoke of mesquite wood as it burns. Continue Reading.