![]() ![]() Arrange peppers in a single layer and cook until they are lightly charred.Heat a large cast iron skillet skillet, grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.Grab the stem, pop the whole peppers into your mouth and enjoy! How to Cook Shishito Peppers These fun little peppers are a delicious appetizer to share at summer parties and barbeques. It’s got a great unique flavor and is typically used to spice up Asian noodle and yakitori dishes. It is available in most Asian markets or online. The exact spices used vary slightly by maker but usually include powdered/flaked red chili pepper, black pepper, sesame seeds, dried mandarin orange peel, nori seaweed flakes, hemp seeds and poppy seeds. Togarashi is a Japanese red pepper blend. I also sprinkle on some togarashi (though this is totally optional). One of my favorite ways to serve them is with a squeeze of lemon juice. Then sprinkle them with a bit of salt, plus any extra seasonings you might desire, and you’ve got the perfect finger food! Just rub them with a little oil and toss them onto a hot skillet or grill to get them charred and blistered. My local Trader Joe’s just started carrying them as well *bonus* – shishitos AND cheap wine!!!īlistered Shishitos are a cinch to prepare. You can find these peppers in major grocery stores, Asian markets, and farmers markets. Slightly sweet in taste with a delicate texture. Shishito peppers are slender and wrinkly with thin-skins and a bright green color. That’s when our waitress stepped up and asked, “How is everything? Did you get a hot one yet?” ![]() “I’m not sure if I can eat this babe.” In the meantime, I had eaten three already and had to give him the look… “Are you crazy?” Rick took one bite and his eyes watered up. Oysters, Pork Shoulder, Bluefish Pate, Chicken Under a Brick, and of course, shishito peppers. As is typical for us, we ordered several small plates so that we could sample it all. My husband and I were out to eat at one of our favorite local restaurants. Those peppers that get extra light or heat while growing are said to be a bit hotter than the others. Well, not really THAT hot, but a lot hotter than its siblings. It’s said that about one in 10 shishito peppers is a devil child spicy. Shishito peppers aren’t hot – except for when they are! Anyone up for a game of Russian roulette? ![]()
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