Have you ever tried Pimientos del Padrón? If you haven’t I urge you to find some because they are just delicious!
Hailing from Galicia, Spain, I first tried these little peppers in the old country. Let me tell you, I was intrigued and fascinated to try a different kind of pepper that you could eat just like that - we just don’t do that in Mexico, the land of soooo many chiles! There is hardly any capsaicin in these, but beware - eating them is like playing Russian roulette, as every so often you get a really spicy one!
Obviously, being in Spain, enjoying my travels, the ambiance and eating the local food makes for an unforgettable experience, but even trading my backyard for that Spanish bar is OK because these pimientos are just so delicious. Even better, they are a snap to make so you can hurry up and enjoy them with a glass of chilled rosé in the last days of late summer. You’re welcome.
Pimientos del Padrón
200g Pimientos del Padrón
2-3 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
Sea salt to taste
Lemon wedges for serving
In medium saucepan, heat olive oil and add peppers.
Cook, stirring often, until skins are blistered and golden brown.
Sprinkle with sea salt and serve with lemon wedges.
Serves 2 as a tapa.