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by Marcie //September 4, 2018 (updated 2/23/23)
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Learn everything you need to know about shish*to peppers in this informative guide, including nutrition benefits, how to grow them, and gain access to 17 of the best shish*to peppers recipes!
Summer is coming to a close, so I’m savoring every bit of produce that I harvest from my garden until it’s gone. My plants are still producing well, but I’m getting much smaller quantities now than I was a few weeks ago.
Shish*to peppers will be one of the things I miss the most when summer is over. My plant has been producing so many, and I simply can’t get enough of these delicious peppers!
If you love them as much as I do, be sure to access the shish*to peppers recipes at the bottom of this post.
What are shish*to peppers?
Shish*to peppers are Japanese chile peppers. The peppers received the name shishi, abbreviated shish*to, because the tip of the pepper was thought to resemble the head of a lion.
The peppers are a popular snack in the Japanese culture. They’ve become popular in the United States over the past few years, and are offered at restaurants and are sold at farmers markets across the country.
The peppers are about about 2-3 inches long, slender in width, and have thin, delicate walls. They’re also wrinkled and curvy.
They’re typically harvested when bright green, but if they’re left to ripen longer they will turn bright red.
Are shish*to peppers hot?
Normally they have a mild, sweet flavor, but about one out of every 10 peppers is very spicy. This can be due to exposure to the sun or other environmental factors.
I never knew this before, so I’m going to take a little taste test before I pop a whole pepper in my mouth from now on!
When are shish*to peppers in season?
Shish*to peppers are available year round, but they’re in peak season during the summer and early fall.
How to grow
I planted a shish*to pepper plant in my garden for the first time this year in a raised bed in full sunlight in May, and was harvesting peppers 4-6 weeks later.
I have a drip system set up to water my garden for 10 minutes every morning, and other than that there was no maintenance involved.
The plant grew to about 2 feet high and 2 feet wide. I worried that it may become top-heavy like my jalapeño plant, but it didn’t as shish*to peppers are very light in weight.
My plant has been quite productive. I gave away quite a few peppers to friends as I couldn’t keep up with all of them due to traveling, etc. There were still plenty for me!
My family isn’t into chili peppers which meant that I’ve eaten the bulk of my peppers. I’m not complaining one bit because I can easily eat 1/2 lb. in one sitting….they’re that addictive. 🙂
Shish*to peppers health benefits
Shish*to peppers are very low in calories, carbohydrates and contain no fat. They’re high in Vitamins A and C and rich in antioxidants.
Choosing and storing
Shish*to peppers should be firm with no bruises or discoloration.
Store the peppers in a paper or plastic bag in the refrigerator for up to one week depending on how fresh they were when you purchased them.
I typically use the peppers within 3-5 days of harvesting. At times they became a bit soft, but they still cooked up perfectly.
How to prepare shish*to peppers
The most popular way to prepare these peppers is blistering or charring them. The peppers cook over higher heat in minutes due to their thin, delicate skin, and works well on the grill, in the oven or on the stove top.
They’re also wonderful sautéed and may even be eaten raw. Those are the two most popular methods for cooking shish*to peppers.
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17 best shish*to pepper recipes
If you’re unsure how to prepare shish*to peppers, try one of the following recipes. From soups to pizzas to stir-fries, there are so many ways to enjoy them!
Creamed Shish*to Peppers Recipe
Creamed shish*tos are perfect as a stand-alone side dish, a pizza topping, a taco filling, and so much more.
Grilled Shish*to Peppers with Lemon and Sea Salt
Grilled Shish*to Peppers with Lemon and Sea Salt are grilled to smoky, charred perfection and finished with fresh lemon juice and flaky sea salt. They're an easy summer appetizer that always pleases a crowd, and recipe includes a number of alternatives to make blistered shish*to peppers!
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Easy Shish*to Sweet Red Pepper Soup
This creamy red shish*to pepper soup is the perfect soup for fall. You won’t believe that this flavorful soup is ready in under 30 minutes!
Thai Ginger Grilled Pork Rice Bowl with Charred Shish*to Peppers
Pickled daikon, thai ginger grilled pork, and shish*to peppers top a pile of jasmine rice.
Black Garlic Shish*to Verde Chicken
A new and unique chicken dish to bring to the dinner table. Gluten-Free and paleo, this chicken is baked and smothered in black garlic, shish*to peppers, and salsa verde.
Shish*to Peppers with Soy Ginger Sauce
Blistered Shish*to Peppers sauteed in Soy Ginger Sauce are an Asian restaurant favorite that you easily make at home with this 20 minute recipe! Serve these tasty peppers as an easy appetizer or side dish!
Japanese Grilled Chicken Skewers (Yakitori) with Shish*to Peppers | The Japantry
Yakitori, Japanese grilled chicken skewers with a new twist! Try making them with shish*to peppers for an added burst of flavor!
Roasted Corn and Shish*to Pepper Pizza
Pesto, mozzarella, and shish*to peppers top an easy homemade pizza crust.
Blistered Shish*to Peppers with Smoky Paprika Aioli
Blistered Shish*to Peppers with Smoky Paprika Aioli make a tasty appetizer that is pretty much the easiest thing I’ve made lately. It’s fun to put them out in front of a group of people and watch the addiction begin.
Sauted Chicken with Shish*to Pepper Sauce over Cheesy Polenta
If you like shish*to peppers, this sautéd chicken with shish*to pepper sauce over cheesy polenta will be a great dish for you to try.
Blistered Shish*to Peppers
Blistered Shish*to Peppers are an extraordinary Asian-style appetizer. With only a touch of seasoning and oil, you’ll learn how to cook shish*to peppers in this most delicious way!
Shish*to Shrimp Stir Fry
In only 15 minutes, with just 8 ingredients, you can make this super simple and delicious Shrimp Stir Fry recipe with Shish*to Peppers!
Easy Sautéd Shish*to Peppers with Soy Ginger Vinaigrette
Shish*to peppers are sautéed until slightly blistered then drizzled with a ginger-soy vinaigrette to create this easy, 10-minute appetizer recipe.
Charred Shish*to Pepper Refried Bean Tostadas
Charred shish*to peppers, onions and refried beans drizzled with a cumin and lime yogurt sauce make a quick but delicious meal.
Grilled Shish*to Peppers
Grilled Shish*to Peppers are possibly the fastest and most interesting appetizer out there.
Blistered Shish*to Peppers with Sausage and Creamy Sriracha Sauce
This 20-minute meal features pork sausage and blistered shish*to peppers over a bed of rice.
Citrus Carrot Salad
Citrus Carrot Salad Recipe is as delicious as it is stunning. It’s like an edible painting. A little bit sweet, and a little bit spicy, every bite is an explosion of flavor!
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Sarah @ Making Thyme for Health — Reply
I’ve had shish*to peppers out to eat but for some reason have been too intimated to make them at home. It’s funny a how a foreign food can scare you away from it, lol. Now that you’ve broken it down in this post it seems a lot less scary. The grilled version sounds so good!
Hope the blue skies are here to stay for you!
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flavorthemoments — Reply
I’m like that about so many things and shy away from making things at home! These are so super easy so I hope you give them a try. 🙂 Unfortunately another fire has started and the skies are filled with smoke again. I’m so done with fire season. 🙁
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