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Blistered Shishito Peppers

Blistered shishito peppers are a vibrant, mild, and exciting appetizer that’s easy to make, perfect for any gathering or as an impressive side dish.

  • Total Time: 13 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 6 ounces shishito peppers
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon flaky sea salt
  • ½ teaspoon soy sauce
  • ½ teaspoon shichimi togarashi seasoning

Instructions

  • Rinse and dry the shishito peppers thoroughly.
  • Heat a cast-iron skillet or grill on high heat.
  • Toss the dried peppers with olive oil until evenly coated.
  • Cook the peppers in a single layer in the hot skillet for 3-4 minutes on each side.
  • Remove from heat and season with flaky sea salt, soy sauce, and shichimi togarashi.

Notes

Ensure the skillet is very hot to achieve proper blistering.
Avoid overcrowding the pan; cook in batches if necessary.
Experiment with different seasonings for unique flavors.

  • Author: Jesseca
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 8 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Skillet or Grill
  • Cuisine: Japanese

Nutrition

  • Calories: 120
  • Sugar: 2
  • Sodium: 800
  • Fat: 7
  • Saturated Fat: 1
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 12
  • Fiber: 4
  • Protein: 3
  • Cholesterol: 0