Shishito Peppers

How to Cook Shishito Peppers

This recipe uses my favorite method for how to cook shishito peppers. It’s insanely easy, which makes this recipe a great last-minute appetizer or side dish. Here’s how it goes:

First, preheat a cast-iron skillet over high heat. You want it to be nice and hot when you add the peppers, so let it warm up for a good minute or two. No need to worry about heating oil in the skillet – we’re going to cook the peppers in the dry pan.

When the skillet is hot,  add the shishito peppers in a single layer trying to not have them overlapping.  Give them a toss or two as they blister.
Finally, serve! Drizzle the blistered shishitos with toasted sesame oil and season them with salt. Add a sprinkle of sesame seeds to take them over the top.