How to Make Crispy Blistered Shishito Peppers at Home

These blistered shishito peppers are a simple, satisfying summertime snack. They’re cooked quickly in oil until blistered, then finished with a sprinkle of kosher salt and a squeeze of lime for bright, addictive flavor.

I love the carefree feeling these peppers bring — they’re casual, fun to serve, and perfect for nibbling outside with friends. Small and mild, shishito peppers char beautifully in a hot skillet and develop a smoky, slightly sweet flavor that’s irresistible.

Shishitos are unlike most peppers you’ll find in the produce aisle: slender, not very spicy, and ideal for sharing. You don’t need any complicated prep — just wash and dry them, then blister in a hot pan with a little oil. The result is a crisp-tender bite with charred spots and a burst of freshness from a final squeeze of lime.

These peppers are widely available now — I picked mine up at Trader Joe’s, but most grocery stores carry them in season. They make a great appetizer, snack, or side dish and come together in just a few minutes. Serve them hot with flaky kosher salt and lime, and watch them disappear.

Do yourself a favor and try them next time you want an easy, flavorful vegetable dish — they’re a crowd-pleaser with almost no effort.

Blistered Shishito Peppers

By: Brandy O’Neill

Servings: 4 servings

Prep: 5 mins

Cook: 15 mins

Total: 20 mins

These blistered shishito peppers are the perfect summertime vegetable snack. Cooked quickly in oil and sprinkled with kosher salt for veggie perfection.

Ingredients

• 1 pound shishito peppers
• 2 tablespoons coconut oil
• 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/2 fresh lime

Instructions

1. Wash the peppers and check for firmness and blemishes. Dry them thoroughly with a towel or let them air dry briefly.
2. Heat a 12-inch skillet over medium-high and add the coconut oil. Once the oil is hot, add the peppers in a single layer.
3. Sauté, turning occasionally, until the peppers are blistered and slightly softened, about 8–12 minutes depending on your stove and pan.
4. Transfer to a serving plate, sprinkle with kosher salt, and finish with a squeeze of fresh lime. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 serving

Calories: 89 kcal

Carbohydrates: 8 g

Fat: 7 g

Saturated Fat: 6 g

Fiber: 4 g

Sugar: 4 g

Vitamin C: 14 mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated and should be used as an approximation.

Additional Info

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: American

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