Grilled Shishito Peppers Recipe

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Shishito peppers are mild, smoky, and sweet, and they are simple to prepare and even simpler to eat when they are grilled.

It really does seem like yesterday when we were savoring our fresh strawberry cheesecake mousse, proving the expression “time flies” is accurate.

Though the summer is far from over, there is still plenty of grilling and BBQ-ing to be done (I’m planning a peaceful protest, who’s with me?).

Like these grilled shishito peppers, which are the best thing ever and which we’ve been munching on all season long.

Instructions
  1. Preheat the grill to high heat.
  2. Toss the shishito peppers with the olive oil in a large bowl until the peppers are well coated, then skewer the peppers onto the skewers.
  3. Reduce the heat to medium high and place the skewers on the grill. …
  4. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly. …
  5. Serve warm and enjoy!

Grilled Shishito Peppers Recipe

Togarashi Grilled Shishito Peppers 🔗

Grilled Shishito Peppers are seasoned with togarashi spice to create a fun party appetizer. You won't be able to eat just one!!

Prep: 10min

Serving Size: 1 serving

Nutrition Facts: calories 45 kcal, Carbohydrate 5 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 3 g, Saturated Fat 1 g, Sodium 3 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 3 g, servingSize 1 serving

Ingredients:

  • 1 pound fresh shishito peppers
  • 1 tablespoons avocado oil
  • 1/2 teaspoons togarashi seasoning

Instruction:

  1. Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
  2. Wash peppers, dry and place in a bowl. **NOTE** Leave peppers WHOLE.
  3. Add the oil to the peppers. Using your hands, rub the peppers to coat evenly.
  4. Sprinkle on the seasoning, and shake to distribute. Place in a grill basket.
  5. Grill for about 6-8 minutes, turning often.You want the peppers to be nicely charred and blistered.
  6. Remove from heat.
  7. Place in a bowl and let the guests help themselves.
  8. ENJOY!

FAQ

What is the best way to eat shishito peppers?

Shishito peppers are small chile peppers that can be used in any recipe that calls for chile peppers, but because of their small size, they go particularly well with drinks and appetizers because they can be pan-fried in a little oil.

Is shishito hotter than jalapeno?

Shishito peppers taste similar to green peppers but with more sweetness and have a fresh peppery, grassy, citrus flavor. They aren’t typically hot, save for that one in ten chance, and even then, that is a mild surprise for most people.

Do you wash shishito peppers before cooking?

Shishitos range from 50 to 200 Scoville Heat Units (SHU), the scale used to gauge the spiciness of chiles; by contrast, jalapenos average 5,000 SHU and even padróns can reach 2,500 SHU.

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