Blistered Padrón Peppers
From the kitchen of CarlySmall peppers charred until their skin blisters and blackens, the flesh turning tender and slightly sweet. A high-heat skillet does the work in minutes. Finish with flaky salt that clings to every wrinkle. Simple, addictive, gone in seconds.
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- Servings
- 4
- Difficulty
- medium
Ingredients
4 servings
- 12 tablespoons olive oil
- 11 pound Padrón or shishito peppers
- 1Flaky sea salt (such as Maldon)
Instructions
Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over high heat until just smoking. Add half of the peppers; cook, tossing occasionally, until skins are blistered and flesh is softened, about 4 minutes. Transfer to a bowl, sprinkle with salt, and toss to coat. Repeat with remaining peppers, remaining 1 tablespoon oil, and more salt.