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Boiled Peanuts

Boiled peanuts are a tasty and nutritious delicacy popularly consumed right across southern US. These are raw, green peanuts, which are not dried, but boiled in water. The result is a flavor profile that's truly unique, often similar to a legume or chickpea - completely different to your standard roasted peanut. Boiled peanuts can be a fantastic snack on their own or they can be used as an ingredient in a variety of Southern recipes. They are often enjoyed as an appetizer, snack, or a side dish. It's worth the effort of shelling these peanuts for that soft, flavorful, bean-like texture inside.
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IN NUTS SEEDS & MIXES
148
CAL / 100G
$0.55
AVG / OZ
Boiled Peanuts
18%
CARBS
54%
FAT
28%
PROTEIN
Boiled Peanuts FAQ
Boiled peanuts are a unique dish that can be quite challenging to prepare right. Some common mistakes to avoid include not soaking the peanuts long enough, using an excess of salt, and not using fresh green peanuts. Often, there is prolonged cooking time which leads to shriveled peanuts, or not cooking long enough, resulting in earthy tasting peanuts. To get the most out of this dish, use fresh green peanuts. The fresher they are, the less time they take to cook. Soak them in a large bowl of clean water for at least 30 minutes prior to boiling. This helps to remove any dirt and debris from the raw peanuts. A generous amount of salt is necessary to deliver the characteristic taste, but too much can make the peanuts inedible. Lastly, patience is a virtue with this dish. You need to slow-cook them for a prolonged time, typically 2-3 hours. You'll know they're ready when they're soft and have a bean-like consistency. A handy tip is to let the peanuts sit in the saline solution after boiling, so they can absorb more flavor. If you're looking to spice things up a bit, feel free to add other seasonings like Cajun spice to the boiling water.
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Health Info
Macros
7g
CARBS
23g
FAT
12g
PROTEIN
Allowed on these diets
LOW FAT
HIGH CALCIUM
VEGETARIAN
MEDITERRANEAN
LOW CARB
VEGAN
LACTOSE FREE
GLUTEN FREE
Contains these allergens
PEANUTS
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