These Fried Shishito Peppers are game-changing! This copycat recipe is from Umi Sushi & Oyster Bar at Pechanga Resort Casino.
This post is all about how to make Umi’s Fried Shishito Peppers.
I love going to Pechanga Resort Casino in Temecula because the machines are loose and the restaurants are incredible. In particular, Umi Sushi & Oyster Bar serves exceptional seafood and some delicious appetizers, including these Fried Shishito Peppers.
If you haven’t tried one of these unique peppers, they taste mild, slightly spicy, and smoky. Brush them with extra virgin olive oil and roll them in panko breadcrumbs, then air-fry until golden. Serve with finishing salt, or add a drizzle of spicy aioli and/or eel sauce.
I can’t tell you how amazing these are, and they’re low-calorie. Check out the easy recipe steps below, and if you can, go dine at the beautiful Umi. I’ve never had a dish there that wasn’t five stars, and the vibe is high-end and cozy.
Umi’s Fried Shishito Peppers
Ingredients You’ll Need:
- Fresh Shishito Peppers, 8 ounces
- Panko Bread Crumbs, approximately 1/2 cup
- Kosher Salt or Sea Salt, 1/2 tsp
- Ground Black Pepper, 1/8 tsp
- Red Pepper Flakes, optional
Optional Topping Ingredients:
Equipment Needed:
- Whisk or Spoon
How To Make Air Fryer Shishito Peppers, Step-by-Step
Step 1: Rinse the peppers under cool water and gently pat them dry.
Step 2: Add the panko bread crumbs, salt, and pepper to a small mixing bowl. Use a spoon or whisk to mix the ingredients.
Step 3: Spray or brush each pepper with extra virgin olive oil.
Step 4: Dredge the peppers in the panko mixture. Cover the peppers completely with breadcrumbs as best you can, then place them in the air fryer.
Step 5: Bake at 400°F in the air fryer for 6 to 10 minutes. Turn the peppers over halfway through. They should look golden brown and crispy.
Step 6: Sprinkle each baked shishito pepper with sea salt flakes, like Maldon. For extra flavor, drizzle spicy aioli and/or eel sauce on top.
Enjoy immediately!
FAQs
Are air-fried shishito peppers healthy?
Yes! They are a low-calorie snack and are high in vitamins C and A. To keep these peppers healthy, avoid topping them with sauces.
Which is hotter, shishito or jalapeños?
Jalapeños are significantly hotter than typical shishito peppers.
Umi’s Fried Shishito Peppers
Equipment
- Air Fryer
- Small Mixing Bowl
- Whisk or Small Spoon
- Measuring Cups and Spoons
- Basting Brush or Olive Oil Spraying Bottle
Ingredients
Ingredients You'll Need:
- 8 ounces Fresh Shishito Peppers
- 1/2 cup Panko Bread Crumbs
- Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 1/2 tsp Kosher Salt or Sea Salt
- 1/8 tsp Ground Black Pepper
- Red Pepper Flakes (optional)
Optional Topping Ingredients:
- Maldon Sea Salt Flakes
- Spicy Aioli Sauce
- Eel Sauce
Instructions
How To Make Umi's Fried Shishito Peppers, Step-by-Step
- Rinse the peppers under cool water and gently pat them dry.
- Add the panko bread crumbs, salt, and pepper to a small mixing bowl. Use a spoon or whisk to mix the ingredients.
- Spray or brush each pepper with extra virgin olive oil.
- Dredge the peppers in the panko mixture. Cover the peppers completely with breadcrumbs as best you can, then place them in the air fryer.
- Bake at 400°F in the air fryer for 6 to 10 minutes. Turn the peppers over halfway through. They should look golden brown and crispy.
- Serve immediately!
Nutrition
Final Thoughts on Umi’s Fried Shishito Peppers
These air-fried shishito peppers make an incredible snack or appetizer. They are also low in calories, which is an extra win! If you’re ever in the Temecula area, check out Umi restaurant inside Pechanga Resort Casino.
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