Shishito Peppers are small, slender Japanese peppers known for mild heat and fun unpredictability – about 1 in 10 shishitos packs surprising kick! Rating 50-200 SHU, these wrinkled green peppers have become trendy in modern cuisine. Traditionally blistered in hot pan with oil and sea salt, they make addictive appetizer. The name ‘shishito’ comes from Japanese word for ‘lion’s head’ referring to shape of pepper’s tip. Quick to cook and easy to grow, shishitos are perfect for home gardens. Rich in vitamins A and C.

Sweet, slightly smoky, occasional mild heat

Blistered with sea salt, tempura-fried, stir-fries