Dubai smashed taco prep

Ingredients

• 12 pieces Shishito Peppers (mild, rinsed and patted dry)
• 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 1 medium Onion (thinly sliced)
• 2 tbsp Avocado Oil (for sautéing)
• 1 tsp Kosher Salt (to taste)
• 1/2 tsp Black Pepper (freshly ground)
• 1 tsp Smoked Paprika (adds smoky depth)
• 1/2 tsp Ground Cinnamon (ground from cinnamon stick)
• 1/4 tsp Ground Cardamom (freshly ground)
• 1 tsp Dark Roast Ground Coffee (finely ground, adds depth)
• 1 tsp Beef Bouillon Powder (or one crumbled bouillon cube)
• 1 tsp Flavored Powder (generic seasoning blend (e.g., taco seasoning or umami powder))
• 1/4 tsp Baking Powder (helps peppers crisp)
• 4 small Corn Tortillas (for serving, warmed)
• 1 Avocado (sliced, optional topping)

Instructions

1. Prepare the Peppers

   Rinse the shishito peppers, pat them dry, and set aside on a plate.

   Time: PT5M

2. Mix the Spice Blend

   In a small mixing bowl combine garlic, onion, cinnamon, cardamom, smoked paprika, black pepper, beef bouillon, flavored powder, baking powder, dark roast coffee, and kosher salt. Stir until evenly mixed.

   Time: PT2M

3. Sauté Aromatics

   Heat 1 tbsp avocado oil in the skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced onion and sauté for 2‑3 minutes until translucent, then add the minced garlic and cook another 30 seconds.

   Time: PT3M

   Temperature: medium

4. Roast and Spice the Peppers

   Add the remaining 1 tbsp avocado oil and the shishito peppers to the skillet. Increase heat to medium‑high and toss until the skins blister (about 6‑8 minutes). Sprinkle the prepared spice blend over the peppers, toss to coat, and cook an additional 2‑3 minutes so the spices toast lightly.

   Time: PT10M

   Temperature: medium‑high

5. Warm the Tortillas

   While the peppers finish, place the corn tortillas in a clean dry skillet over low heat, flipping once, until warm and pliable (about 1‑2 minutes per side).

   Time: PT2M

   Temperature: low

6. Assemble the Tacos

   Divide the spiced shishito mixture between the four tortillas. Top with avocado slices if desired and serve immediately.

   Time: PT2M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

250

Protein

8 g

Carbohydrates

30 g

Fat

12 g

Fiber

4 g