Seared Shish*to Peppers With Corn and Japanese Curry Recipe (2024)

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Akira

My favorite is "S&B Golden Curry Sauce Mix Medium Hot." It's hot. So, add it little by little.

Marla

Shish*to peppers are nearly the same as padrone peppers. Padrone peppers seem to be more widely available.But, yeah, every so often, you will randomly get one that's so hot you think you're gonna die. Don't worry, you won't. It just feels like you will.

Theresa

Our local Trader joe’s sells them in the refrigerated section. If you have one nearby, see if yours carries them as well.

George Angell

Shish*to peppers are an important Japanese ingredient. They are becoming more common in US markets. They are sweet peppers, but not as sweet as colored Bell peppers. 90% of them have no discernible heat, but that 10th one will be VERY hot! I think of it as the Russian Roulette pepper. I grow my own Shish*toes, and bottle them in a ginger pickle. A lot of Japanese recipes actually call for them in this form. The closest equivalent I can think of would be long strips of Green Bell pepper.

Whirlyball

Really tasty dish. Easy to make Japanese curry paste by searching for "Japanese curry paste" on the web... basically roux, curry, garam masala, and cayenne.

Ellen N.

When I check the ingredients at my local Japanese market, Nijia, I find that virtually everything has MSG. I believe that if you're MSG averse this isn't the recipe for you. Personally, I have no problem with MSG.

Aviel

I made this for my husband and me. The texture was wonderful, but I felt like 3 tablespoons of the curry paste was too much and too little liquids in the pan to help spread it. I had to add some water to the pan. I would definitely make this again but with 2 or maybe 1 tablespoon of curry instead.

Cook from Chapel Hill

Such a fantastic combination of flavors! This is a great recipe and I’ve made it 3 times already. It’s in the family rotation now. I will say that I prefer it without the wine. And it works with different peppers if you can’t find shish*tos. Poblanos and seeded Serranos worked well for me also.

Adam

This was a great dish. I used the Medium and it was the perfect amount of spice, but for most I feel like the medium would be on the spicier side. I sectioned the peppers into 1-1.5in sections to make it manageable without a knife.

kathleenb

I've never cooked with Japanese curry paste before this recipe and I'm hooked! Everything about this dish was fantastic :)

Steve

I used Thai hot paste

Linda

This was very good. I made my own curry rub (Serious Eats) and mixed in a quick roux before adding it to the dish with white wine. Doubled the amount of peppers because they are good ! Served with white rice and roasted salmon. Used all vegetable oil as at last minute I had a vegan join us for dinner. I imagine this would also be delicious with butter addition.

Whirlyball

Really tasty dish. Easy to make Japanese curry paste by searching for "Japanese curry paste" on the web... basically roux, curry, garam masala, and cayenne.

mila

Excellent! I did not have Japanese curry paste so used green Thai curry blend (powder) which is mild and slightly sweet the 1st time. Well received. The second time bought Japanese curry powder and the Green Thai Curry blend and used 1 tablespoon of the Japanese curry and 2 of the Thai Curry blend. Just the right spiciness for us. Also add more shish*to as I have a bumper crop.

Hetta

Made this without wine & spices, just simple oil & butter & salt.

B

Didn't have enough fresh corn and no frozen in the freezer so I subbed in fresh tomatoes. Very tasty! It was a bit soupier so I served it on a bed of rice.

SheraM

I happened to find these peppers after reading this recipe and made it pretty much as written except I added a little sliced leftover steak and smoked Basmati rice for a great one dish meal.

Henry Weatherly

Very delicious! I substituted Rendezvous BBQ seasoning for the curry powder

zeichgeist

Hey. Ok so I am blessed with 99 Tanch nearby and Mitsua. There are over 40 types of curry sauce. Could you be more specific please?

Akira

My favorite is "S&B Golden Curry Sauce Mix Medium Hot." It's hot. So, add it little by little.

Eela Thakrar

S&B Golden Curry Sauce Mix Medium Hot - be careful , this brand had MSG

Ellen N.

When I check the ingredients at my local Japanese market, Nijia, I find that virtually everything has MSG. I believe that if you're MSG averse this isn't the recipe for you. Personally, I have no problem with MSG.

Isabel

Is there a possible substitute for shish*to peppers? I’d love to try this.

George Angell

Shish*to peppers are an important Japanese ingredient. They are becoming more common in US markets. They are sweet peppers, but not as sweet as colored Bell peppers. 90% of them have no discernible heat, but that 10th one will be VERY hot! I think of it as the Russian Roulette pepper. I grow my own Shish*toes, and bottle them in a ginger pickle. A lot of Japanese recipes actually call for them in this form. The closest equivalent I can think of would be long strips of Green Bell pepper.

Marla

Shish*to peppers are nearly the same as padrone peppers. Padrone peppers seem to be more widely available.But, yeah, every so often, you will randomly get one that's so hot you think you're gonna die. Don't worry, you won't. It just feels like you will.

Theresa

Our local Trader joe’s sells them in the refrigerated section. If you have one nearby, see if yours carries them as well.

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Seared Shish*to Peppers With Corn and Japanese Curry Recipe (2024)

FAQs

What is the best way to eat shish*to peppers? ›

Shish*to peppers can be eaten raw, although it's more common to serve them charred or blistered.

What is special about shish*to peppers? ›

Shish*to Peppers are a petit Pepper variety with a highly distinctive flavor profile. Every Pepper is light green in color, with some ripening further to acquire an orange tinge. With thinner walls and a slender form, Shish*to Peppers are best suited for appetizers, side dishes, or finger food platters.

What does it mean when shish*to peppers turn red? ›

Shish*tos are a vibrant green pepper that eventually matures to red (but are mostly eaten green). “If they get red, then they get really hot,” explains Zaid Kurdieh, co-owner and managing partner of Norwich Meadows Farm. This beloved pepper is native to Japan and has thin, slightly wrinkled skins and long, woody stems.

What is the cousin of the shish*to pepper? ›

Have you heard of the shish*to pepper yet? It's the Japanese cousin to the more well-known padrón pepper. Like padróns, shish*tos are mild, but compared to its Spanish counterpart, there's an even smaller chance of coming across a spicy one (usually about 1 in 10).

Do shish*to peppers need to be cooked? ›

Like any pepper, you can eat shish*to peppers raw. They're small (only 3-4 inches long) so they're perfect for snacking. While they're perfectly fine to eat raw, when you cook shish*to peppers they become the culinary stars of the show.

Are shish*to peppers good for you? ›

Shish*to Peppers are a good source of Vitamins A, C, and E which are good for your skin, immune system, and eyesight. Shish*to Peppers are also rich in antioxidants that help fight off free radicals that damage your cells. Enjoy these nutritional benefits in my crunchy and delicious Charred Shish*to Peppers!

Are shish*to peppers inflammatory? ›

™ Shish*to Peppers are as good as they taste. SUNSET® Peppers are a wonderful source of vitamins A and C and have been known to reduce inflammation from arthritis and asthma.

How to know when shish*to peppers are bad? ›

If they become soft, they're most likely past their prime. If they become slimy, or you see mold developing on them, it's time to throw the old ones away, and buy some fresh. Try Instacart for fresh produce same-day delivery, and have shish*to peppers just as you want them delivered to your door.

Do you remove seeds from shish*to peppers? ›

Cooking shish*to makes the flesh more tender and nuanced in flavor, but you can certainly eat them raw as well. There's no need to remove the seeds or inner membrane since they don't add any extra heat.

What does Shish*to mean in Japanese? ›

The name, "Shish*to", derives from the Japanese words "shishi", which means "lion", and "togarashi", which translated to "chili pepper". Hence, in Japan, it is known as the "Lion Head pepper".

What are the dark spots on shish*to peppers? ›

Black spots may signal fungal/bacterial diseases like anthracnose or bacterial leaf spot. Use fungicides or copper-based bactericides for treatment, depending on the cause. Prevent with proper watering, airflow, and regular plant maintenance.

Why are my shish*to peppers not spicy? ›

A recent paper from Shinshu University looked at the correlation between seed levels and spiciness in Shish*to peppers. Supposedly, peppers with fewer seeds tend to be less spicy.

What is the Korean name for shish*to peppers? ›

Shish*to peppers are called kkwarigochu in Korean, Kkwari means twisted and GoChu means peppers. They're usually about 2-3 inches long and always wrinkly. The skin is thin and they're very mild. In Korean cuisine, they're often used in side dishes and are steamed, stir-fried, cooked, boiled, or sauteed.

What are tinkerbell peppers? ›

Tinkerbell® is the name of the mini-block pepper. The Tinkerbell® is of its small block shape resembled a standard bell pepper, but smaller. This mini-block pepper was developed and bred by Eminent Seeds and is therefore a unique bell pepper in the Capsicum family.

Are shish*to peppers from Japan? ›

Shish*to peppers originated in Japan and are a small, savory green pepper that's perfect for easy roasting and snacking due to their thin skin that helps them cook quickly and absorb flavor easily.

Are shish*to peppers a superfood? ›

💪 Nutritional Powerhouse

Shish*to peppers pack a punch with their nutritional content. They're brimming with vitamins and antioxidants, essential for maintaining good health. Each pepper is a mini treasure trove of Vitamin C, contributing to immune defense, and Vitamin A, supporting eye health.

Do shish*to peppers go in the fridge? ›

Keep shish*to peppers in a paper or plastic bag in the warmest area of the refrigerator. If purchased when fresh, they can last in your crisper drawer for up to 2 weeks. Have some fresh leftover shish*tos? Freeze them whole, and save for a little bit of summer during colder months.

What do shish*to peppers taste like? ›

Shish*to peppers are small green peppers from Japan. They are slightly mild and sweet tasting, but occasionally you will bite into one with some heat.

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