Blistered Shishito Peppers
Whether you sizzle them in a skillet or give them a quick char under the broiler, blistered shishito peppers make a fun and tasty snack. Only one in ten is spicy, so you never know when you’ll encounter the spicy one in the bunch, making each bite a fun surprise!
Ingredients
- ½ lb shishito peppers, rinsed and dried thoroughly
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- Generous pinch flaky sea salt, for serving (optional)
- Lemon wedges and/or dipping sauce, such as red pepper and sun-dried tomato aioli
Instructions
- Broiler Method: Adjust your oven rack so it's about 6 inches from the heating element and turn your broiler to high. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
- Directly on the lined baking sheet, toss the peppers with the oil and salt. Spread the peppers in a single layer. Place the baking sheet under the broiler for 2 to 3 minutes, until blistered, then flip the peppers and broil for another 2 to 3 minutes, or until evenly blistered.
- Remove from the oven and serve warm with lemon wedges and/or dipping sauce.
- Stovetop Method: Place a large skillet or frying pan over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the olive oil. Add the peppers to the pan in a single layer. Let them cook, occasionally turning with tongs, for 6 to 8 minutes, or until they are blistered and slightly charred on all sides.
- To Serve: Once blistered to your liking, transfer the peppers to a serving dish. Sprinkle with flaky sea salt, if using. Serve with lemon wedges and/or dipping sauce.
Nutrition Information
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- Per serving (4 servings)
- Calories: 41
- Fat: 3 g
- Saturated fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Sugar: 1 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 0 g
- Sodium: 140 mg
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Gluten-Free Adaptable Note
To the best of my knowledge, all of the ingredients used in this recipe are gluten-free or widely available in gluten-free versions. There is hidden gluten in many foods; if you're following a gluten-free diet or cooking for someone with gluten allergies, always read the labels of your ingredients to verify that they are gluten-free.