AuthortapasonlinePimientos de Padrón or Padrón peppers come traditionally from Padrón in Galicia, in north-western Spain. These small green peppers are sometimes known as “Russian Roulette” peppers as the majority are quite mild, but occasionally one comes across a really spicy one. They are available from Spanish delicatessen and online suppliers and are now frequently found in greengrocers and supermarkets.
They make a great accompaniment and are particularly good with Huevos Rotos (Broken Eggs), but are most often served simply on their own – a quick and easy taste of Spain!
Rinse and dry the peppers. There is no need to trim them as the little stalks are ideal for picking them up.
Heat the oil in a frying pan until it is quite hot and then add the peppers – if you are preparing a lot, you may have to do them in batches.
Fry the peppers, turning occasionally until they soften and the skin begins to blister. Season with salt.
Remove from the pan and serve immediately, sprinkled with a little more salt.
Ingredients
Directions
Rinse and dry the peppers. There is no need to trim them as the little stalks are ideal for picking them up.
Heat the oil in a frying pan until it is quite hot and then add the peppers – if you are preparing a lot, you may have to do them in batches.
Fry the peppers, turning occasionally until they soften and the skin begins to blister. Season with salt.
Remove from the pan and serve immediately, sprinkled with a little more salt.
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