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How to cook Padrón Peppers
Hi everybody, Debbie here! Yes, I’m still around, though probably not as much as Tom would like. It’s okay though, because Taylor, Jason and everybody else at the farm is doing a great job of taking...
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Padrón Pepper-Olive Dip
Makes about 2 cups Roasting peppers imparts earthy flavor. To roast, put them on a baking sheet and place under a preheated broiler about 4 inches from the heat. Turn them until they are blistered and...
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Grilled Padrón Peppers
Two weeks ago I talked about how to cook Padrón peppers – and how I never prepare or use them any other way. Well… since we’ve been getting them rather regularly, I must admit I branched out a little....
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Tomato and Bean Salsa
2 large tomatoes, halved and chopped 1 medium red onion, chopped 1 small sweet pepper, seeded and chopped 2 padron peppers, chopped 1/2 cup chopped cucumber (optional) 1 1/2 cups drained and rinsed...
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Braised Oxtail & Padróns
CSA member and friend of the farm Laurel Pavesi asked me to write more often for the newsletter, so Laurel, this is for you! And of course everybody else too. The story is, in my usual goings-on about...
View ArticlePickled Padron Peppers
“Pickled” Padron peppers in a tangy, sweet brine are a fantastic accompaniment to salad dressings, marinades and more! Ingredients: ½ teaspoon oil 12 fresh (or more) Padron peppers 3 cups white wine...
View ArticlePadron and Sweet Pepper Frittata
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons olive oil 2 cups (or more) strips of mixed peppers sea salt 6 large eggs 1/2 cup milk or milk substitute 1/2 cup freshly grated Pecorino or cheese of choice 2 cloves garlic,...
View ArticleSteamed Broccoli with Sweet Peppers
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons lemon juice 6 tablespoons butter, softened 1½ pounds broccoli florets 1 cup sweet pepper, cut into thin strips ½ cup padron peppers, sliced thinly (optional) ½ teaspoon sea...
View ArticleGrilled Pepper and Tomato Salsa
You can grill or broil the peppers and tomatoes. The timing is about the same. Ingredients: 2 sweet red peppers, halved lengthwise, seeded 2-3 Padron peppers, halved lengthwise, seeded 2 jalapeno...
View ArticleSummer Squash Pasta with Marinated Onions
In this dish the ‘pasta’ is actually thin strips of summer squash. Ingredients: 1 cup marinated onion ringlets 4 cups summer squash, julienned 1 cup sweet pepper, sliced into pasta-like shapes 1 cup...
View ArticleOil Packed Pan Roasted Padron Peppers
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil, plus 2 cups for packing 5 cups padron peppers, whole, packed tight ¼ teaspoon red chili flakes (optional) ¾ teaspoon sea salt Directions: 1. Heat large heavy...
View ArticlePadron Pepper, Summer Squash, and Onion Frittata
Ingredients: 8 eggs ½ cup heavy cream ½ teaspoon sea salt ¼ teaspoon freshly ground pepper 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground nutmeg 1 cup Oaxacan cheese (like mozzarella) 2 teaspoons fresh oregano leaves, or...
View ArticleOaxacan Potato Soup
Ingredients: 2 cups finely chopped onions 2 tablespoons butter 5 cups chopped potatoes (peeling optional) 4 cups water 1 teaspoon sea salt 2 teaspoons prepared mustard 1 cup diced carrots (pea-sized...
View ArticlePadron Pepper Frittata
Ingredients: 8 eggs ½ cup heavy cream ½ teaspoon sea salt ¼ teaspoon freshly ground pepper 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground nutmeg 1 cup Oaxacan cheese, small dice (or Jack will do) 2 teaspoons fresh...
View ArticleMillet Stuffed Peppers with Ginger and Tofu
Ingredients: 1½ cups water ¾ cup millet 2 large sweet peppers, halved lengthwise, and seeded 4 ounces flavored baked tofu, diced 2 medium carrots, grated ½ cup chopped fresh cilantro 3 tablespoons...
View ArticleCauliflower and Peppers
With this recipe, I like a mix of Poblanos, Corno di Toros, Padrons, and Hungarian peppers. It makes a spicy, tasty combination. Ingredients: 3 cups cauliflower, divided into 1-inch florets 3 cups...
View ArticlePadron Pepper, Summer Squash, and Onion Frittata
Ingredients: 8 eggs ½ cup heavy cream ½ teaspoon sea salt ¼ teaspoon freshly ground pepper 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground nutmeg 1 cup Oaxacan cheese (like mozzarella) 2 teaspoons fresh oregano leaves, or...
View ArticleOaxacan Potato Soup
Ingredients: 2 cups finely chopped onions 2 tablespoons butter 5 cups chopped potatoes (peeling optional) 4 cups water 1 teaspoon sea salt 2 teaspoons prepared mustard 1 cup diced carrots (pea-sized...
View ArticlePadron Pepper Frittata
Ingredients: 8 eggs ½ cup heavy cream ½ teaspoon sea salt ¼ teaspoon freshly ground pepper 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground nutmeg 1 cup Oaxacan cheese, small dice (or Jack will do) 2 teaspoons fresh...
View ArticleMillet Stuffed Peppers with Ginger and Tofu
Ingredients: 1½ cups water ¾ cup millet 2 large sweet peppers, halved lengthwise, and seeded 4 ounces flavored baked tofu, diced 2 medium carrots, grated ½ cup chopped fresh cilantro 3 tablespoons...
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