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A close-up of blistered shishito peppers garnished with sesame seeds and bonito flakes, served on a yellow plate.

Charred Shishito Peppers w/ Truff Spicy Mayo, Bonito Flakes, and Sesame Seeds

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Smoky blistered shishitos served with a rich, spicy truffle mayo and topped with umami-packed bonito flakes and toasted sesame. A high-flavor snack that delivers on crunch, heat, and depth.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: Californian, Japanese-inspired
Calories: 1019
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

Truff Spicy Mayo
  • 1 Egg yolk
  • 1 Garlic clove grated or minced
  • 1 Lemon juice only
  • Truffle salt
  • ½ cup Olive oil or more for desired consistency
  • Sriracha
  • Salt and lemon to taste optional
Peppers & Garnish
  • 6-8 oz Shishito peppers
  • Avocado oil
  • Bonito flakes
  • Sesame seeds
  • Truffle salt

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Cast iron skillet
  • Tongs

Method
 

Make the Mayo
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together egg yolk, grated garlic, lemon juice, and truffle salt.
  2. While whisking continuously, slowly drizzle in olive oil to emulsify until it reaches a thick, spoonable consistency.
  3. Stir in sriracha to taste and adjust with more salt or lemon if needed.
Char the Peppers
  1. Heat a thin layer of avocado oil in a heavy skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  2. Add shishito peppers in a single layer and cook, undisturbed, until blistered and charred in spots—about 3–4 minutes. Toss once and cook 1–2 more minutes.
  3. Remove to a paper towel-lined plate and immediately season with a pinch of truffle salt.
Assemble & Serve
  1. Spread spicy mayo on a serving plate or in a small bowl.
  2. Arrange blistered shishitos on top or alongside.
  3. Finish with a scattering of bonito flakes and toasted sesame seeds. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 1019kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 3gFat: 113gSaturated Fat: 17gPolyunsaturated Fat: 12gMonounsaturated Fat: 81gCholesterol: 194mgSodium: 11mgPotassium: 33mgFiber: 0.1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 260IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

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