Easy Air Fryer Shishito Peppers

Air Fryer Shishito Peppers are a simple and mouth-watering snack. Featuring lightly charred, blistered peppers with a hint of sea salt and a squeeze of lemon, these peppers are incredibly addictive. Perfect as an appetizer or a party snack, these peppers are quick to prepare and even quicker to disappear!

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 8

Total Time 13

Course Snack

Cuisine Japanese

Servings servings

Equipment

Air-fryer
Mixing bowl
Tongs
Measuring spoons
Citrus Juicer

Ingredients

1 pound shishito peppers
1 tablespoon olive oil
½ teaspoon sea salt
½ lemon for juicing
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds
½ teaspoon garlic powder

Instructions

Preheat your air fryer to 390°F.
In a mixing bowl, toss the shishito peppers with olive oil and sea salt until well coated.
Place the peppers in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
Air fry for 6-8 minutes or until the peppers are blistered and slightly charred, shaking the basket halfway through.
Remove from the air fryer and squeeze fresh lemon juice over the top.
Serve immediately, optionally garnished with soy sauce, sesame seeds, or a sprinkle of garlic powder.

Notes

For an extra burst of flavor, drizzle the peppers with soy sauce before serving.
Store leftover shishito peppers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Reheat peppers in the air fryer for 2-3 minutes to regain their crisp texture before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 0.25pound

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