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Padrón Peppers

Spanish · Snack · Easy

Padrón Peppers

Total
13 min
Prep
5 min
Serves
4
Calories
75
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Small green peppers blister in hot olive oil until their skins wrinkle and darken, then finish with flaky salt for a quick tapas plate.

A hot skillet gives padrón peppers their smoky spots without cooking away all their juicy bite. Most are mild, but an occasional pepper carries more heat, which is part of their appeal at the table.

Dry the peppers thoroughly after rinsing and leave the stems attached as handles. Cook in a single loose layer so the skins touch the pan instead of steaming under a pile of peppers.

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Method

  1. Heat a large heavy skillet over medium-high heat. Add the olive oil and swirl to coat the base.

  2. Add the padron peppers in one layer and cook for , turning every minute or so, until blistered in spots and slightly collapsed. Work in two batches if the pan is crowded.

  3. Transfer immediately to a serving plate and scatter with flaky sea salt. Eat the tender pepper flesh, leaving the stems behind.

Forkue tips

  • Shishito peppers work with the same method if Padrón peppers are unavailable.

Storing and reheating

Best served straight from the pan. Refrigerate leftovers for up to 2 days and reheat briefly in a dry hot skillet; they will be softer than the first time.

Kitchen gear

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Nutrition per serving, estimated

75Calories
1gProtein
6gCarbs
5gFat

Padrón Peppers: FAQ

Are Padrón peppers hot?

Most are mild, but individual peppers can be noticeably hot. Their size and appearance do not reliably identify the spicy ones.

Why are my peppers steaming?

The pan is crowded or the peppers are wet. Dry them well and cook in a loose layer so moisture can escape.

How do I store and reheat Padrón Peppers?

Best served straight from the pan. Refrigerate leftovers for up to 2 days and reheat briefly in a dry hot skillet; they will be softer than the first time.

How long does Padrón Peppers take?

About 13 min in total: 5 min prep and 8 min cooking.

What do I need to make Padrón Peppers?

The key ingredients are padron peppers, plus pantry basics.

Any tips for Padrón Peppers?

Shishito peppers work with the same method if Padrón peppers are unavailable.

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