Blistered Shishito Peppers with Cilantro-Mint Aioli

Tuesday, September 17, 2024

photo by Joshua Brown

This quick n' easy appetizer will be a crowd favorite! 

INGREDIENTS:

• 8 oz shishito peppers
• 1/3 cup mayonnaise
• 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, minced
• 1/2 cup fresh mint, minced
• 2 garlic cloves, grated
• 1–2 Tbsp lime juice
• 1/2 Tbsp minced serrano
• salt & pepper
• oil

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Heat a sauté pan over med-high heat
2. Once hot, add 1/2 Tbsp oil to the pan, then add shishitos
3. Let cook for a3–4 min, then toss shishitos in the pan, and toss again after 2–3 min–repeat this a couple more times until there are charred and blistered spots on all of the shishitos
4. Remove shishitos to a plate and top with a sprinkle of salt
5. Make aioli by stirring mayonnaise, cilantro, mint, garlic, lime juice, and serrano in a small bowl until smooth, then add salt and pepper to taste
6. Serve shishitos with cilantro-mint aioli on the side for dipping