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Sweet and Spicy Peanuts
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Sweet and Spicy Peanuts

Sweet and Spicy Peanuts are coated in a honey glaze with red pepper flakes and five-spice powder, creating a crunchy snack combining sweet, spicy, and aromatic flavors. The peanuts are gently cooked until caramelized and then cooled to develop a crisp texture. These nuts are convenient for snacking or adding bold flavor to salads or appetizers.

Prep Time
2 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
7 mins
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 174 kcal
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons peanut oil
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • ¾ cup cocktail peanuts
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • ½ teaspoon five-spice powder
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt

Instructions

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  1. Cover a baking sheet with aluminum foil. Set it aside for now.
  2. Heat the oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add the honey, peanuts, red pepper flakes, and 5-spice powder.
  3. Cook, stirring constantly, until peanuts are brown and glazed (about 5 minutes). Keep the heat no higher than medium and watch very carefully as the honey and nuts will burn easily.
  4. Spread the peanuts on a foil-lined baking sheet and sprinkle immediately with salt.
  5. Allow to cool completely; transfer to a paper-towel lined plate and blot with additional paper towel to remove excess oil.

Notes

  • Store cooled peanuts at room temperature or in the fridge for up to one week.
  • Freeze in an airtight container for up to three months; thaw at room temperature before eating.
  • Watch closely during cooking to avoid burning the honey and nuts as they caramelize.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1 Calories 174kcal (9%) Carbohydrates 10g (3%) Protein 5g (10%) Fat 14g (22%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Polyunsaturated Fat 4g (24%) Monounsaturated Fat 7g (35%) Sodium 323mg (13%) Potassium 133mg (3%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 7g (14%) Vitamin A 26IU (1%) Vitamin C 1mg (1%) Calcium 13mg (1%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6 servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 174

% Daily Value*

Serving 1
Calories 174kcal 9%
Carbohydrates 10g 3%
Protein 5g 10%
Fat 14g 22%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4g 24%
Monounsaturated Fat 7g 35%
Sodium 323mg 13%
Potassium 133mg 3%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 7g 14%
Vitamin A 26IU 1%
Vitamin C 1mg 1%
Calcium 13mg 1%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.