Boiled Peanuts
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Total Time
15 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
1293 kcal
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Cuisine
Vietnamese, American
Boiled Peanuts
Description
Boiled Peanuts require raw, fresh (not dried) peanuts, soaked in water to loosen any dirt, then rinsed before cooking. They are boiled in a large quantity of water seasoned heavily with salt, commonly 2 ounces of salt in 2 gallons of water, to infuse the nuts with flavor while softening them. The boiling is maintained at a low to medium simmer, with doneness checked every 20 to 30 minutes.
Cooking time varies significantly based on the peanuts’ age and size, ranging from one hour to as long as four hours. The goal is a texture that is soft enough to eat easily but still firm enough to offer a slight bite, not mushy. Boiled Peanuts are typically enjoyed warm as a snack, appreciated for their unique texture and salty, nutty taste.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds peanut not the dehydrated type, raw
- 2 ounces salt
- 2 gallons of water
Instructions
- Soak peanuts in water for 15 minutes to loosen dirt, rinse and drain
- Add peanuts and salt to boiling water
- Keep a low-medium boil for 1 hour, checking for doneness every 20-30 minutes. It should have some bite and be soft, but not mushy. It can take 1-4 hours depending on age of the peanuts.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 1293 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 0g | |
| Calories | 1293kcal | 65% |
| Carbohydrates | 36g | 12% |
| Protein | 59g | 118% |
| Fat | 112g | 172% |
| Saturated Fat | 17g | 85% |
| Sodium | 5638mg | 235% |
| Potassium | 1687mg | 36% |
| Fiber | 22g | 88% |
| Calcium | 301mg | 30% |
| Iron | 9mg | 50% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
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