Kim Dae-seok's Starch-Coated Steamed Shishito Peppers

• shishito peppers 250g
• flour 3 tablespoons
• potato starch 1 tablespoon
• flower salt 1/2 tablespoon (for marinating)
• red pepper powder 1 tablespoon (for seasoning)
• soy sauce 2 tablespoons
• sand lance fish sauce 1 tablespoon
• plum syrup 1 tablespoon
• minced garlic 1/2 tablespoon
• honey 1 tablespoon
• sesame oil 1 tablespoon
• toasted sesame seeds 1/2 tablespoon
• finely chopped green onion small amount
• finely chopped red chili 1 piece
• water small amount (for spray bottle)

Recipe 🍳

Cooking tips 💡

• Apply flour and potato starch thinly, and brush off any excess powder after coating.
• Only mist water with the spray bottle on areas where white dry flour is still visible during steaming.
• Spread the steamed peppers out widely and cool them quickly before mixing with the dressing.

Recommended for 🙋

• ⭐Those who have repeatedly failed at making chili pepper steamed due to dry, powdery flour coating that doesn’t adhere properly.
• ⭐Those wanting to recreate the nostalgic taste of childhood side dishes while achieving a satisfying chewy-crisp texture and fresh vibrant color.