5 from 10 votes
Blistered Shishito Peppers
Blistered Shishito Peppers are cooked quickly in a hot skillet until their skins blister and char in places, developing a tender interior with a subtle smoky flavor. A finishing drizzle of toasted sesame oil and a sprinkle of sea salt and sesame seeds add nutty richness and texture. Served with tamari and peanut sauce, they offer a mildly spicy bite perfect for snacks or appetizers.
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
8 mins
Servings:
2
to 4
Course:
Appetizer
Cuisine:
Japanese, Korean, American
Ingredients
- 8 ounces shishito pepper
- sesame oil for drizzling, toasted
- salt sea salt
- sesame seeds for sprinkling
- tamari for serving
- peanut sauce for serving
Instructions
- Heat a large cast iron skillet to high heat. Add the peppers to the dry skillet and cook, tossing occasionally, until tender and blistering, about 6 to 8 minutes. As you work, try to keep the peppers in a single layer so that they make consistent contact with the hot pan.
- Drizzle the peppers with sesame oil, and sprinkle with sea salt and sesame seeds. Serve with tamari and peanut sauce, for dipping.
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