Boiled Peanuts

Prep Time

Cook Time

2h 30m

Total Time

2h 35m

This traditional Southern snack recipe features fresh raw peanuts boiled in a briny, flavorful liquid until soft and tender. Seasoned with a variety of spices for a customizable taste, these boiled peanuts are a perfect savory and satisfying treat for parties, game days, or any time you're craving a unique snack.

Peanut

Snack

American

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Ingredients

Servings: 16

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1 pound raw "green" peanuts (not the color green, but fresh raw peanuts which are called green peanuts)

1/4 cup (35g) kosher salt, preferably Diamond Crystal (or 2 tablespoons table salt)

4 cups water

Optional Seasoning

2 tablespoons Old Bay Seasoning, smoked paprika, shrimp boil mix, or even star anise

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Nutrition Facts

Calories

160kcal

8%
Fat

13g

0%
Saturated Fat

1g

0%
Carbohydrates

3g

0%
Fiber

1g

0%
Sugar

0g

0%
Protein

6g

0%
Cholesterol

0mg

0%
Sodium

678mg

33%

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

Boiled Peanuts

Ingredients

Optional Seasoning

Steps

Nutrition Facts Nutrition facts are based on 1 serving. If servings is not specified, 6 is assumed for the total recipe.

Nutrition Facts