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Recipe: Cheesy Padron Peppers

Published on August 3, 2015 by Helen Best-Shaw 16 Comments
Last Updated on October 31, 2021

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1 in 30 padron peppers are hot. Cooked on the BBQ with lots of melted cheese all are so delicious!

When Padron peppers are in season and we can find them at the supermarket we buy them at every opportunity.  As well as being delicious these bite sized peppers are seriously addictive, and to add to the fun, 1 in 30 will have some heat and a kick.

It has become a tradition when at Ed’s sister’s house in the Cotswolds to have Padron peppers as an appetizer every evening, with a glass of wine, prosecco or sherry.  Simply cook them, then pick them up by their stems to eat, popping each one in your mouth whole!

Everything You Need To Know

  • How to cook Padron peppers
  • Grilled Cheesy Chorizo Padron Peppers
    • Ingredients
    • Instructions
    • Notes

How to cook Padron peppers

Padron peppers are very easy to cook, simple pour a good glug of good quality olive oil into a pan and rapidly fry over a hot flame until the peppers blister then slightly blacken. serve straight from the pan liberally sprinkled with seasalt.

How to cook Padron peppers on the BBQ

It is a fact universally acknowledged that in the summer, most things are best cooked on the BBQ, and, if they are savoury, are immeasurably improved by the addition of cheese.

We cooked our Padron peppers directly on the BBQ in cast iron gratin dishes of the type that sizzling Fajitas are served in at Mexican restaurants.  Being solid cast iron these dishes can both withstand and retain a huge amount of heat, cooking food faster, and keeping it warmer for longer.   They really are ideal for BBQ cooking, and we are converts to cooking in pans on the BBQ grill.

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1 in 30 padron peppers are hot. Cooked on the BBQ with lots of melted cheese all are so delicious!
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Grilled Cheesy Chorizo Padron Peppers

Padron peppers cooked on the BBQ grill with cheese and chorizo. Leave the chorizo out for a vegetarian dish.
Servings: 2
Author: Helen Best-Shaw
Prep Time10 mins
Cook Time10 mins
Total Time20 mins
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Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp Vegetable oil
  • 120 g Padron peppers (1 packet)
  • 5 cm Chorizo ( Cut into 1cm chunks. Optional)
  • 50 g cheddar cheese (grated)
  • 50 g mozzarella (shredded)

Instructions

  • Light the BBQ and leave to heat.
  • Place a cast iron gratin dish on the bars, close the BBQ and allow it to heat.
  • Add the oil, and once it starts to shimmer add the peppers.
  • Close the BBQ so they get really hot.
  • Check and turn the peppers from time to time.
  • Once the peppers have started to blister add the chorizo, stir and allow to cook for a few minutes.
  • Finally top with the mixed cheese. Allow the cheese to melt and to bubble and brown around the edges.
  • Liberally season with salt.

Notes

Alternatively cook in a good pan on the hob.
• Please note that the nutrition information provided below is approximate and meant as a guideline only.
• Unless stated otherwise cup conversions have been made with an online tool. For accuracy please check with your favoured conversion tool. We recommend buying inexpensive digital kitchen scales.
Nutrition Facts
Grilled Cheesy Chorizo Padron Peppers
Amount Per Serving
Calories 181 Calories from Fat 144
% Daily Value*
Fat 16g25%
Saturated Fat 11g69%
Cholesterol 28mg9%
Sodium 186mg8%
Potassium 24mg1%
Carbohydrates 1g0%
Fiber 1g4%
Sugar 1g1%
Protein 7g14%
Vitamin A 250IU5%
Calcium 180mg18%
Iron 0.2mg1%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Course: Appetiser, Appetizer
Cuisine: Snack, Vegetables
Keyword: padron peppers
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1 in 30 padron peppers are hot. Cooked on the BBQ with lots of melted cheese all are so delicious!

Our cast iron dishes with serving boards are from the Judge cookware Sizzle & Serve Range. The range is suitable for all hob types and barbeques, and is oven-safe up to 240°C. All items come with a maple wood board. Our 11 x 16cm dishes are the perfect size for one serving and retail at £15.  Other sizes are available.  Thank you to Judge for our samples.

 

Melt in the mouth Padron peppers coated in melted cheese are so delicious and perfect for parties as an easy appetiser. Cook on the BBQ or on the stovetop.

 

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  1. DANIELLE VEDMORE

    5 stars
    Ooooh gorgeous! Peppers are probably my favourite veg ever – soooo good!

    Reply
    • Helen

      thanks Danielle. We are so addicted to Padron peppers!

      Reply
  2. Debbie Skerten

    5 stars
    These look the bees knees. I bet they go great with a cold glass of white wine. Another recipe added to my “to do” list. Many thanks xx

    Reply
    • Helen

      We had them for lunch Debbie, but I am adding them to the menu plan for an evening so we can have wine!

      Reply
      • Debbie Skerten

        We’ve friends coming around next week for drinks, so I’m going to try them then with the Gin and Elderflower.

        Reply
  3. Hanna @ Arctic Cloudberry

    5 stars
    OOh YUM! Never made these, but must try. I love the russian roulette element of randomly getting a hot one.

    Reply
    • Helen

      We are addicted to them Hanna, I love bingeing on seasonal foods.

      Reply
  4. Amber @ cleanteam

    5 stars
    Oh, spicy food in the summer may not seem like it, but it is exactly what you need to chill out and put down the heat!

    Reply
  5. Kavey

    I’m always scared I’ll get the hot one! :-)

    Reply
    • Helen

      They’re not that hot! I always nibble before chomping.

      Reply
  6. Sisley White

    5 stars
    I haven’t ever had cheese and chilli together like this but I am definitely going to try it soon! Love the dish you cooked it in too x

    Reply
    • Helen

      Cheese and chillies rock! My favourite snack is pickled chillies cut into little pieces and covered with melted cheese.

      Reply
  7. [email protected]

    5 stars
    LOVE Padron peppers. We ploughed our way through four bags recently, but just blistered in the pan. Adding cheese is a fab idea. Defo one to try while the peppers are still available. Oh, and I adore your new cookware from Judge. Want.

    Reply
    • Helen

      I feel a tapas night coming on this week Kellie. I live those cast iron gratin dishes.

      Reply
  8. Kerry @ Kerry Cooks

    5 stars
    I’ve never tried these! I’ll definitely be looking for them in the supermarket now

    Reply
    • Helen

      Get them! Buy several bags. In fact buy all the bags.

      Reply

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