It is the name of a plant. Diminutive of chilo . Fruit of the biznaga. It belongs to the Cactaceae family, its scientific name is Echinocactus platyacanthus.
Chilito: 1: in Mexico, the exquisite fruit. -2: Salsa pasilla chile with Jalapeños, carrots and cabbage, pickled pineapple vinegar, garlic, oregano and salt.