#HaveItAtHome: Air Fryer Garlic Shishito Peppers

By Noel Le, RDN

Shishito peppers might look spicy but they are surprisingly mild. Typically served as a yummy appetizer in restaurants they are actually quite simple to make at home. Blistered shishito peppers are usually stir-fried in a skillet, however, making them in an air fryer makes them even easier to prepare and uses less oil, making them healthier. They’re also packed with vitamin C and are a great source of dietary fiber! On top of these benefits, this recipe uses liquid aminos as a replacement for regular soy sauce. This means it’s also perfect for anyone that may be sodium-conscious.

Ingredients

• 20 shishito peppers
• Extra virgin olive oil spray
• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• 2 ½ tsp liquid aminos (ex: Coconut Aminos or Bragg’s Liquid Aminos)
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• ½ tsp honey

Directions

1. Preheat air fryer to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
2. Spritz the peppers all over with olive oil, while in the air fryer basket. Arrange them in an even layer.
3. Air fry the peppers for 10-15 minutes until they are blistered and have reached the desired char. Toss halfway through.
4. In a large mixing bowl, add liquid aminos, sesame oil, minced garlic, and honey.
5. Transfer the cooked peppers to the sauce mixture and toss to coat evenly.
6. Serve immediately and enjoy them by simply grabbing the stem and eating the pepper (seeds and all). Discard the stem afterwards.

Nutrition Serving Size: 5-6 peppers

Calories: 65 kcal | Carbohydrates: 5 g | Protein: 1 g | Fat: 4.5 g | Saturated Fat: 0.5 g | Fiber: 1.5 g | Sodium: 71 mg

Noel is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist who aims to heal and nourish by guiding clients to make healthier diet and lifestyle changes. She enjoys navigating the unique challenges presented by both inpatient and outpatient care and continues to build on her expertise involving adult weight management, metabolic and bariatric surgeries, and prediabetes.

Located at the Torrance Memorial Specialty Center, 2841 Lomita Blvd, Suite 335, Torrance. To schedule an appointment, contact us at 310-891-6707. In-person and virtual appointments available.

If you have questions or are interested in learning more techniques to help build a healthy and nutritious lifestyle, contact one of our Registered Dietitian Nutritionists at the Outpatient Medical Nutrition Therapy Office or our Diabetes Self-Management Program located in the Torrance Memorial Specialty Center, 2841 Lomita Blvd., Suite 335, Torrance. Call 310-891-6707 or visit www.torrancememorial.org/Nutrition.