Sassy Shi-shit-o Peppers with Spicy Aioli

I have an affinity for foods that are fun to say (such as jicama and bouillabaisse), which either makes me delightfully queer or a serious word nerd (both, probably). Shishito is on that list, perhaps because there is a vague profanity hidden in its name. But since one out of every ten to twenty of these peppers pack heat, you’ll only strip out the “shi” and “o” part of the time. Otherwise, these blistered bad boys make an ideal appetizer for anyone craving a little crunch, green, and salt. They’re also a great substitution for actual vegetables when you’re in a pinch and steamed broccoli just isn’t appealing for the 9,675th time.