Blistered Shishito Peppers
Serves 4
Time 5 min
Shishitos are mild Japanese peppers with a thin skin that blisters quickly. Though usually pretty tame, a spicy pepper will pop up every once in a while which makes them extra fun as a party appetizer. Simple to prepare, they are easy to cook on the grill or on the stovetop. Watch our how-to video.
Special Diets:
Ingredients
- 6 ounces shishito peppers
- 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1/4 teaspoon coarse sea salt
Method
In a medium bowl, toss together peppers, olive oil and sesame oil until coated.
Prepare a grill for medium-high heat cooking.
Place a perforated pan on the grill grate and prepare the grill for medium-high heat cooking.
Place on the preheated pan on the grill, cover and cook, flipping once, until peppers are beginning to char and soften, 4 to 5 minutes total.
Transfer to a serving dish and sprinkle with salt.
Serve immediately.
Alternatively, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat until hot.
Transfer to the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until peppers are beginning to char and soften, about 5 minutes.
Transfer to a serving dish and sprinkle with salt.
Serve immediately.
Nutritional Info:
Per serving: 35 calories (20 from fat), 2.5g total fat, 0g saturated fat, 0mg cholesterol, 115mg sodium, 3g carbohydrates (1g dietary fiber, 2g sugar), 0g protein.
Note: We've provided special diet and nutritional information for educational purposes. But remember - we're cooks, not doctors! You should follow the advice of your health-care provider. And since product formulations change, check product labels for the most recent ingredient information.
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Ingredients
- 6 ounces shishito peppers
- 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1/4 teaspoon coarse sea salt