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Charred Shishito Pepper & Lime Dip

Charred Shishito Pepper & Lime Dip: A Smoky Delight!


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  • Author: Fryish
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 2
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Smoky-charred shishitos blended into a creamy, zesty lime dip with a gentle heat and bold flavor.


Ingredients

  • Shishito peppers
  • Sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • Fresh lime juice
  • Garlic
  • Olive oil
  • Fresh cilantro (chopped)
  • Salt
  • Black pepper
  • Optional: jalapeño (for extra heat)
  • Optional: lime zest (for brightness)

Instructions

  1. Heat a skillet over medium-high and add a drizzle of olive oil.
  2. Char shishito peppers until blistered and smoky; remove stems.
  3. Add garlic to the pan briefly until fragrant.
  4. Blend charred peppers and garlic until mostly smooth.
  5. Stir pepper mixture into sour cream or yogurt.
  6. Add lime juice, salt, and pepper; mix well.
  7. Finish with cilantro and a drizzle of olive oil; serve chilled or room temp.

Notes

  • Adjust the amount of jalapeño based on your heat preference.
  • Lime zest can enhance the dip’s brightness.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Blending
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/2 cup
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 10mg