Two Healthy Kitchens
You might nibble your way through an entire batch and not score a kicky one. Or … it could be the very first one that your shishito-newbie friend grabs from the platter.
Heat oil in a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add peppers whole (do not remove stems or seeds), and toss to coat completely in hot oil. Sprinkle with 1/8 teaspoon salt.
It doesn’t take much oil for this to happen, but getting a complete coating of oil on each shishito is key to getting a great sear on your peppers.