Boiled Peanuts

Boiled peanuts are a southern roadside staple. Learn to make the deliciously savory treat at home with just three ingredients!

Ingredients

  • raw peanuts, in shells (5 pounds)
  • salt (1 cup)
  • water (0 )

Instructions

  1. Wash peanuts and place them in a pot. Add salt, then water to cover. Bring water to a boil.
  2. Let peanuts boil in water for 3 hours.
  3. Test peanuts; add more salt to taste if needed and continue cooking until they reach the softness/consistency you desire.

Nutrition

(*Nutrition data is approximate and may vary depending on the brand and type of ingredients used.)

  • kcal: 322
  • fat: 28 g
  • sats: 4 g
  • carbs: 9 g
  • fibre: 5 g
  • protein: 15 g
  • salt: 2345 g