Stovetop Blistered Shishito Peppers Recipe

5 from 6 votes

Stovetop Blistered Shishito Peppers Recipe

These peppers are a simple yet incredibly tasty snack or side dish. You'll love how easy it is to make them right on your stovetop. Follow this recipe, and I promise you'll achieve perfect results every time!

Prep Time5

Cook Time10

Course: Appetizer, Peppers, Side Dish

Cuisine: Asian

Diet: Vegan, Vegetarian

Servings:

Calories: 54kcal

Author: Elle John

Ingredients

1 pound of shishito peppers
1 tablespoon of olive oil
Sea salt to taste
1 teaspoon Fresh lemon juice optional

Instructions

Start by rinsing the shishito peppers under cold water. Pat them dry thoroughly with a kitchen towel to avoid oil splatter during cooking.
Place a large cast-iron skillet or heavy-bottomed pan over medium-high heat. Allow the pan to get really hot for about 2-3 minutes. This ensures you get a good blister on the peppers.
Once the pan is hot, add the olive oil. Swirl the pan to coat the bottom evenly.
Add the shishito peppers in a single layer. Avoid overcrowding the pan; cook in batches if necessary. Let them sit undisturbed for about 2-3 minutes until they start to blister and char.
Use tongs to flip the peppers occasionally, ensuring they blister evenly on all sides. This should take around 7-10 minutes in total.
Remove the peppers from the pan and sprinkle with sea salt while they're still hot. For an extra burst of flavor, add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice. Serve immediately with your choice of dipping sauces.

Notes

Choosing Peppers: Look for firm, bright green shishito peppers. Avoid any that are soft or have blemishes.
Oil Splatter: To minimize oil splatter, ensure the peppers are completely dry before adding them to the hot oil. You can also use a splatter screen if needed, although I recommend you pat dry them in any case.
Adding Garlic: For an enhanced flavor profile, consider adding whole, smashed garlic cloves to the olive oil before the peppers. Allow the garlic to infuse the oil for about a minute until golden brown, then proceed with the recipe as written.

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