What is Shishito Peppers? Nutritional Facts, Calories & Taste

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What is Shishito Peppers?

Shishito peppers are a Japanese variety of pepper, but versatile to many different cuisines. The Shishito is green and 2-3 inches in length with ends that gently curl towards the center of the body. The glossy body of the pepper is lined with grooves. The flesh and skin are thin and the flavor is mild, vegetal and piquant. Shishitos are generally picked before they are ripe. If they are allowed to mature they will turn red and take on a slightly stronger heat level. Shishitos are excellent pan cooked whole and can be added to many savory dishes.

What does Shishito Peppers Taste Like?

Sweet

Sweet is one of the five main tastes. It has smooth and round notes in its flavor profile. Sweet is a naturally occurring flavor in many foods, including fruits, berries, winter squashes, sugarcane, and honey. The sweet taste in these foods is due to a higher sugar content. Sweetness is characteristic of desserts and is used as an accent in savory foods.

Shishito Peppers Nutritional Facts and Calories

Serving Size: 5 peppers35g

5 peppers

	Amount Per Serving	% Daily Value
Calories	9kcal	0%
Fats	N/A
Sat. fats	N/A
Mono. Fats	N/A
Trans fats	N/A
Carbs	2g	1%
Sugars	1g	2%
Fiber	0g	0%
Proteins	1g	1%
Cholesterol	N/A
Sodium	4mg	0%

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Unhealthy Level

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much protein is in Shishito Peppers?

5 peppers of Shishito Peppers contains 1 g of protein.

How many carbs are in Shishito Peppers?

5 peppers of Shishito Peppers contains 2 g of carbs.

How much sugar is in Shishito Peppers?

5 peppers of Shishito Peppers contains 1 g of sugar.

How many calories are in 5 peppers of Shishito Peppers?

There are 9 calories in 5 peppers of Shishito Peppers.

How many calories are in 1 oz of Shishito Peppers?

There are 8 calories in 1 oz of Shishito Peppers.

How many calories are in 1 pound of Shishito Peppers?

There are 122 calories in 1 pound of Shishito Peppers.

How many calories are in 1 Pepper of Shishito Peppers?

There are 2 calories in 1 Pepper of Shishito Peppers.