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Shishito peppers in air fryer

Blistered Shishito Peppers Recipe


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  • Author: Soniya Saluja
  • Total Time: 3 minutes
  • Diet: VegetarianDiet

Description

Blistered shishito peppers is a delicious, spicy dish to add to your repertoire. This recipe will guide you through all the steps necessary to create this mouth-watering dish.


Ingredients

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  • 8 oz shishito peppers
  • 1 TBSP avocado oil or extra-virgin olive oil
  • kosher salt or flaked salt, to taste

Instructions

Cooking blistered shishito peppers in an oven is extremely easy! Follow along with these steps:

  1. Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C). While the oven heats up, rinse and pat dry the shishito peppers.
  2. In a large bowl, toss the peppers in 1 to 2 tablespoons of your choice of oil until well coated.
  3. Once out of the oven, sprinkle with flaky sea salt. Toss to combine.
  4. Arrange the peppers in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with foil for easy clean-up.
  5. Roast the peppers in the hot oven for about 15 minutes, or until the peppers are blistered and slightly charred. Make sure to turn them halfway so they cook evenly.
  6. Serve warm with your favorite dip or as a side dish. Enjoy this mouthwatering treat right out of the oven!

Frying Tutorial: How to Fry Shishito Peppers for a Crunchy Bite

If you're looking for that added crisp, deep frying the Shishito peppers may be the way to go. Here's how:

  1. Rinse the peppers and completely pat them dry.
  2. Heat up oil in a deep-frying pan or pot over medium heat. You'll need enough oil to completely cover the peppers. The oil should reach around 375°F (190°C).
  3. Sprinkle the peppers with sea salt or kosher salt.
  4. Carefully add the peppers in small batches to avoid overcrowding the pan.
  5. Fry the peppers for about 2-3 minutes, or until all sides are evenly blistered and slightly charred.
  6. Using a slotted spoon, remove the peppers and place them on a paper towel to drain excess oil.
  7. Serve immediately and savor the crispy, spicy goodness of your deep-fried shishito peppers!

Healthy Options: How to Prepare Air-Fried Shishito Peppers

If you're health-conscious but still up for some crisp and char, cooking your shishito peppers in an air fryer could be the best choice. Follow these steps:

  1. Rinse and thoroughly dry your shishito peppers.
  2. In a bowl, toss them with a tablespoon of oil of your choice, making sure they're coated evenly.
  3. Sprinkle them with sea salt or kosher salt.
  4. Place the peppers in the air fryer basket, spread out in a single layer.
  5. Set the air fryer to 400°F (204°C) and cook for about 3-5 minutes. Make sure to give the basket a nice shake every 2 minutes.
  6. Check if the peppers are evenly blistered and slightly charred. If not, give them a minute or two more.
  7. Serve hot with a dip of your choice, or simply enjoy them as is! Now you have a tasty and low-fat appetizer ready in moments.

Notes

Avoid these common mistakes to ensure perfect blistered Shishito Peppers every time:

  • Overcrowding the Pan: Avoid crowding the peppers in the pan. One piece of caution to all: If they're not given enough space, they'll sweat and steam, and you won't get that ideal blister.
  • Uneven Cooking: Disturb the peppers around in the pan so they cook evenly and get a nice char on all sides.
  • Too Much Oil: You only need enough oil to lightly coat the peppers. Too much will cause them to fry, not blister. Also, consider slipping a tiny slit on each pepper to enhance the cooking process.
  • Skipping Salt: Don't forget to season the peppers. Remember, this is when the salt, particularly finishes like Maldon salt, adheres best to the skin.
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  • Cook Time: 3 minutes
  • Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1
  • Calories: 79
  • Sugar: 2
  • Sodium: 230
  • Fat: 7
  • Saturated Fat: 1
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 4
  • Fiber: 2
  • Protein: 1
  • Cholesterol: 0