Easy Air Fryer Shishito Peppers

These Air Fryer Shishito Peppers are an easy snack that are filled with smoky, charred, and delectable flavors.

Shishito peppers are the perfect snack for those that love smoky peppers, but aren’t very good with spice. Hailing from East Asia, shishito peppers are commonly cooked in a wok and enjoyed as a snack. By making them in the air fryer, you get the same effect without all the oil and effort! 

Why You’ll Love It

• Effortless Cooking: Air frying shishito peppers is a breeze. The air fryer’s quick and even cooking ensures you get that perfect combination of char and crunch so that each bite tastes smoky yet sweet.
• Time Saver: No need to wait around. The air fryer gets those shishito peppers ready in a fraction of the time it takes with other methods – perfect for when you want a quick, tasty snack.
• Customizable Flavor: Sprinkle with salt, add a dash of your favorite seasoning – the air fryer lets you tailor the taste to your liking. Enjoy flavorful shishito peppers with minimal effort and maximum satisfaction.

Helpful Tips

• Since you will be eating the skin of the shishito peppers, make sure to wash them thoroughly. 
• Toss the shishito peppers around the basket halfway through cooking to help them cook more evenly. 
• Pair the peppers with a sauce or dip for an extra level of flavor. 
• This recipe works well with other types of peppers, so experiment with bell peppers or jalapenos for more smoky snacks.
• Wear food-safe gloves when handling shishito peppers and avoid touching your face. Though they are mild, the spice from them can still hurt your eyes and nose.
• Shishito peppers from East Asia are similar to Padron peppers from Spain. They can be used interchangeably.
• Typically shishito peppers run from 50-200 Scoville Heat Units, so they are very mild. Only 1 in 10 peppers is slightly spicier.

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Air Fryer Shishito Peppers

These Air Fryer Shishito Peppers are an easy snack that are filled with smoky, charred, and delectable flavors.

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Cook Time 6 minutes mins

Total Time 11 minutes mins

Course Appetizer

Cuisine American

Servings 4 Servings

Calories 29 kcal

Ingredients

  

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• 1/2 pound shishito peppers
• Cooking spray or olive oil
• 2 teaspoons Extra Virgin olive oil
• 1 teaspoon flake salt

Instructions

 

• Place the peppers in the air fryer basket. Spray with cooking oil (or toss with olive oil before putting into the basket).
• Air fry at 400° F(200°C) for 6 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through cooking.
• Transfer the peppers to a plate. Drizzle on olive oil and sprinkle with flake salt before serving hot.

Nutrition

Calories: 29kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 0.5gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 0.3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.2gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 583mgPotassium: 99mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 210IUVitamin C: 46mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 0.2mg

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