Shish*to Peppers Recipe - Cream Cheese Stuffed (2024)

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published May 17, 2019, updated Apr 15, 2023

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This shish*to peppers recipe is perfect for game day snacks or Cinco de Mayo! Blistered shish*tos, stuffed with cream cheese and salami, then baked. SO delicious!

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Shish*to Peppers Recipe

Shish*tos are like a milder version of Jalapeños and what a better way to serve them than stuffed to the brim with meat and cheese? This Shish*to Peppers recipe is like Jalapeño Poppers – but better!!!

All you need for this Shish*to Peppers recipe is softened cream cheese, chopped salami, garlic powder and some black pepper. Cream it all together and stuff each shish*to pepper.

What’s a shish*to pepper?

They are a small, mild chili pepper, harvested while green, and used especially in Asian cuisine.

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Are shish*to peppers hot?

While most shish*tos are mild in flavor every once in a while you get a spicy one. To me that’s the fun part, never knowing and BAM, the heat elevates for a fantastic, unexpected flavor punch. 🙂

What are shish*to peppers good for?

Grill, pan fry or broil them until they get blistered and serve with cold drinks as an appetizer. I love to stuff them, too. Truly addicting to nibble on!

To cook, I place the tray of them in the middle of the oven and under the broiler they go for 5 minutes. Easy right?

These go quick!

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The outer skin still gets blistered, the salami renders and crisps up and the cheese turns a golden brown.

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This Shish*to Peppers recipe is fantastic and I hope you try them out. Perfect for any Game Day, party or snacking. Enjoy!

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Stuffed Shish*to Peppers Recipe

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Shish*to Peppers seem to be everywhere these days and while I do enjoy snacking on them blistered right out of a large cast-iron skillet then sprinkled with salt, these cream cheese and salami Stuffed Shish*to Peppers are my favorite. Makes about 30.

Servings: 6

Prep: 15 minutes mins

Cook: 5 minutes mins

Total: 20 minutes mins

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Ingredients

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Instructions

  • Take the cream cheese out of the refrigerator and allow to come to room temperature. Move oven rack to middle of oven and turn broiler on.

  • Dice the salami into small pieces and add to a bowl with the cream cheese. Add the garlic powder and black pepper. Stir to blend thoroughly.

  • Lay the shish*to peppers out on a lined baking sheet and see how they lay. With a small paring knife cut a slit down the side facing up on each one (from below stem to almost the tip).

  • Using a teaspoon, fill the pepper cavity and press sides together to hold cheese salami filling.

  • Spray all of the stuffed shish*tos with cooking spray or olive oil. Place tray in oven and broil for 5 minutes. Shish*to peppers should blister and cheese filling turns a golden brown. Serve warm. Makes 30+ depending on size of shish*to peppers.

Nutrition

Calories: 218kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 56mg | Sodium: 674mg | Potassium: 129mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 510IU | Vitamin C: 4.5mg | Calcium: 39mg | Iron: 0.4mg

The information shown is an estimate provided by an online nutrition calculator. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.

Course: Appetizer, Snack

Cuisine: American, Western

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Whether in the kitchen or on the grill, you’ll find me cooking American favorites with a love for BBQ, Mexican and Tex Mex. I’m passionate about making tasty food because life’s too short to be bland!

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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.

How do you keep stuffed peppers from getting soggy? ›

To prevent it from happening, you should try to avoid or reduce excess moisture – here are three of the things you can do:
  1. Pre-cook Peppers. ...
  2. Use Leftover Rice. ...
  3. Save Cheese for the Topping.

Do you remove seeds from shish*to peppers? ›

QUESTION: Do you need to remove the seeds from shish*to peppers before using? — George Austin, Teanack, New Jersey. ANSWER: It's not necessary. While the seeds of chili peppers may contain some heat, it's the inner ribs of peppers that contain the fiery spice.

Are shish*to peppers healthy? ›

Besides Vitamin C, shish*to peppers have a high amount of Vitamin B6 and Vitamin E. These contribute to improving the immune system as well as the body's nervous system. Vitamin B6 and Vitamin E also prevent the cells and tissues from getting damaged. This keeps immunity levels up at all times.

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.

Why are only 1 in 10 shish*to peppers hot? ›

Why are only some shish*tos hot? The reason behind the variance in heat of many chili peppers from pepper to pepper is due to the amount of capsaicin produced during growing.

Should I pre-cook peppers for stuffed peppers? ›

I definitely suggest par-cooking the bell peppers first, just a little bit before stuffing them. Not only does this help to soften the bell peppers, but it also cuts down on your cook time. As the bell peppers are cooking you can make the filling, shaving off about 20 minutes from your total cook time.

Why do my stuffed peppers taste bland? ›

The thing about most stuffed bell pepper recipes is 3that they call for salt in the filling, not for the peppers themselves. Without salt, the peppers are flabby and bland, merely a filling case. With a sprinkle of salt, they transform into a sweet and powerfully savory part of the dish.

How to tell 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.

Are shish*to peppers hotter than jalapeños? ›

Shish*to peppers score a measly 100 to 1,000 Scoville Heat Units (SHU), while jalapenos boast a more respectable range of 2,500-8,000 SHU. In other words, the spiciest jalapeno can be up to 80 times spicier than the mildest shish*to pepper.

What happens when shish*to peppers turn red? ›

Younger peppers will have a greenish hue. As they mature, the color transitions to orange, and eventually will turn red. With Shish*to peppers, the color of the pepper has no impact on the spice level. As a rule of thumb, 1 in 10 Shish*to peppers has a kick of heat, no matter if it's green, orange, or yes, even red!

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.

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.

What are the benefits of eating shish*to peppers? ›

They are low in calories and high in dietary fiber, which helps you feel full and stay satisfied! 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.

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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