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Grilled Padrón peppers with fleur de sel
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### How to Make Grilled Padrón Peppers
1. **Prepare the peppers:** Rinse the Padrón peppers and pat them dry thoroughly. Moisture can prevent proper charring.
2. **Heat the grill:** Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
3. **Oil the peppers:** Toss the peppers lightly with olive oil to coat them evenly.
4. **Grill the peppers:** Place the peppers directly on the grill, turning occasionally until the skins are blistered and charred in spots—about 5-7 minutes.
5. **Season:** Remove from heat and immediately sprinkle generously with fleur de sel. The salt’s crunch contrasts beautifully with the tender, smoky peppers.
6. **Serve:** Enjoy warm, straight off the grill. Add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice if you like a citrusy note.
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### Tips for the Best Padrón Peppers
* **Choose fresh peppers** with vibrant green color and no blemishes.
* **Dry peppers well** to get that perfect blistered skin.
* **Use a hot grill** to char without overcooking. The peppers should be tender but still hold a slight crunch.
* **Don’t overcrowd the grill,** so each pepper chars evenly.
* **Pair with a cold beverage,** like a crisp white wine or a refreshing beer, to balance the occasional spicy kick.
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### Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Grilled Padrón peppers are incredibly simple but bursting with flavor. The combination of smoky char, natural sweetness, and the crunch of fleur de sel makes for a perfect appetizer, side dish, or tapas item. Plus, their small size means they’re perfect for snacking without feeling heavy.
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### Final Thoughts
Whether you’re hosting a Spanish-themed dinner or just craving a light and flavorful snack, grilled Padrón peppers with fleur de sel deliver a gourmet experience with minimal effort. Their delightful surprise of heat and sweetness will keep you coming back for more.
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Would you like pairing ideas or variations for this dish? Just ask!
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