Air Fryer Shishito Peppers are an absolute treat! These tasty peppers are made with four simple ingredients and ready to enjoy in less than ten minutes! They are the perfect appetizer or snack! (This recipe is vegan, low-carb, low calories, and naturally gluten-free!)
If you love delicious air fryer veggies that serve as the perfect snack or appetizer, you’ll definitely want to check out our Crispy Air Fryer Okra or Air Fryer Parmesan Asparagus next!
These shishito peppers are so good, they are almost addicting! Whether or not you’re a hot pepper fan, these edible shishito peppers are hard not to like. They’re small, mildly spicy, and benefit from air-frying for a crispy texture.
Shishito Peppers are typically served as an appetizer with a creamy dipping sauce. The peppers are often pan-seared in a lot of oil or baked in the oven. Air frying these peppers is the best because it requires minimal oil and they are ready in hardly any time!
Are Shishito Peppers Spicy?
These Japanese peppers are generally mild, but every so often you will get a spicy one. About one in ten shishito peppers is actually spicy. They range in spiciness from 50 to 200 Scoville heat units, which is spicier than a bell pepper but much milder than jalapeño peppers.
The flavor of shishito peppers is peppery and sweet, and they taste slightly smokey when roasted.
Ingredients You Will Need
- Shishito Peppers
- Olive Oil (or cooking oil spray)
- Salt
- Lemon
How To Cook Shishito Peppers In Air Fryer
- Preheat the air fryer to 200°C/400°F for 3 minutes.
- Add the shishito peppers to the air fryer basket and drizzle with a teaspoon or two of olive oil. Give the basket a good shake so that the oil coats all the peppers. (Alternatively, you can spray the peppers lightly with olive oil cooking spray.)
- Place the basket in the air fryer and cook the shishito peppers for 8-10 minutes, or until the peppers are soft and blistered. Shake the basket halfway through. (It is normal to hear popping noises while the peppers are cooking.)
- Sprinkle with sea salt and drizzle with lemon juice. Serve and enjoy!
Common Questions:
Are shishito peppers healthy?
Like many peppers, shishito peppers are highly nutritious. They are rich in antioxidants and vitamins like Vitamin A, C, and E, which help to boost your immune system, improve heart health, and improve your skin.
Where can I buy shishito peppers?
Shishito peppers are typically available all year round at your local grocery store (try Wholefoods, Trader Joe’s, or Sprouts). You may be able to find them at local farmers markets, especially during the peppers’ peak season of summer and early fall.
How to store leftovers?
Store any leftover peppers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. You can rewarm the peppers in the air fryer for 2-3 minutes at 375°F and they will taste great!
What To Eat With Your Shishito Peppers?
You can always munch on shishito peppers on their own, but they taste even better when served with a lemon wedge and dipping sauce. Here are a few ideas for what to serve with your peppers:
- Vegan Chipotle Crema
- Avocado Crema (We serve our peppers with this sauce!)
- Lemon Garlic Aoili
- Crumbled Feta
- Coconut Aminos (soy sauce alternative)
Dishes that pair well with shishito peppers:
These tasty peppers are the perfect side dish and pair well with just about anything! Here are a few of our favorite ways to enjoy these shishito peppers:
- Instead of fries, serve your burger with these peppers on the side. Try our Habanero Bison Burger or Greek Lamb Burger!
- Add these peppers on top of your nachos for a delicious smoky bite. Our Loaded Sweet Potato Nachos are a great option.
- Enjoy them with wings. Make your wings in the air fryer too with our Buffalo Air Fryer Wings or BBQ Air Fryer Wings Recipe.
- Serve them with Pizza. This Pesto Pizza and Spinach Artichoke Pizza are two of our favorites!
I hope you enjoy this Air Fryer Shishito Pepper Recipe!
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- Air Fryer Coconut Shrimp (Gluten-Free)
- Air Fryer Chicken Thighs (Crispy & Juicy!)
- Air Fryer Turkey Burgers
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Air Fryer Shishito Peppers
Ingredients
- 8 oz Shishito Peppers
- 1-2 tsp Olive Oil
- 1/4 tsp Sea Salt or to taste
- 1 Lemon cut into wedges
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 200°C/400°F for 3 minutes.
- Add the shishito peppers to the air fryer basket and drizzle with a teaspoon or two of olive oil. Give the basket a good shake so that the oil coats all the peppers. (Alternatively, you can spray the peppers lightly with olive oil cooking spray.)
- Place the basket in the air fryer and cook the shishito peppers for 8-10 minutes, or until the peppers are soft and blistered. Shake the basket halfway through. (It is normal to hear popping noises while the peppers are cooking)
- Sprinkle with sea salt and drizzle with lemon juice. Serve and enjoy!
I made these for my football party this weekend. Everyone gobbled them up! They were pretty fun to eat and every one tried to find a spicy one. I served them with your chipotle sauce and it was so tasty!
Trying to find the spicy ones is always fun! I am glad you liked the recipe! Thanks for leaving a review 🙂