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Salted Fried Peanuts
Salted fried peanuts are the best snack to make at home. Each bite offers a crunchy texture and a burst of nutty flavor.
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
40 mins
Servings: 1 cup
Calories: 2281 kcal
Course:
Appetizer
Cuisine:
Asian , Vietnamese
Ingredients
- 1 cup raw shelled peanuts (1 heaping cup)
- 10-12 kaffir lime leaves
- 3/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1 - 1½ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Cover the raw peanuts in water and soak for about 15 minutes. Then drain well.
- Cut the kaffir lime leaves into thin strips or small pieces.
- Heat the oil in a fry pan or wok over medium heat until it reaches 260°F (125°C). We need enough oil to cover the peanuts so the exact amount of oil will depend on the shape and size of your pan.
- Add the peanuts to the pan and fry over medium heat. Adjust the heat as needed to avoid overheating and burning the peanuts. Give them a stir every now and then.
- Fry for about 20 minutes or until you smell a toasty flavor. Check the doneness to see if the nuts are crisp and golden.
- Add the kaffir lime leaves and fry for about 1½ - 2 more minutes. Remove the nuts and leaves from the oil with a slotted spoon. Toss well with salt.
- Once the peanuts have cooled, you can store them in an airtight container in the fridge. They will stay crunchy even after a week.
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Nutrition Information
Calories
2281kcal
(114%)
Carbohydrates
24g
(8%)
Protein
38g
(76%)
Fat
236g
(363%)
Saturated Fat
36g
(180%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
119g
Monounsaturated Fat
70g
Trans Fat
1g
Sodium
3520mg
(147%)
Potassium
1087mg
(31%)
Fiber
14g
(56%)
Calcium
157mg
(16%)
Iron
6mg
(33%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 1cup
Amount Per Serving
Calories 2281
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 2281kcal | 114% |
| Carbohydrates | 24g | 8% |
| Protein | 38g | 76% |
| Fat | 236g | 363% |
| Saturated Fat | 36g | 180% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 119g | 700% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 70g | 350% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Sodium | 3520mg | 147% |
| Potassium | 1087mg | 23% |
| Fiber | 14g | 56% |
| Calcium | 157mg | 16% |
| Iron | 6mg | 33% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.