Best 10 Fried Peanuts Recipes

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**Fried Peanuts: A Crunchy and Savory Snack with a Variety of Flavors**

Fried peanuts are a delightful snack that combines the irresistible crunch of roasted nuts with a symphony of flavors, ranging from mildly salted to tantalizingly spicy. Originating as a street food delight in many cultures, these crispy treats have transcended their humble beginnings and are now enjoyed worldwide. This article presents a collection of delectable fried peanut recipes that cater to diverse taste preferences. From classic Southern-style fried peanuts to piquant Sichuan pepper-infused variations and even a sweet and savory rendition drizzled with honey and chili, these recipes offer a culinary journey that promises to satisfy every palate.

Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!

DEEP-FRIED PEANUTS



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A true Southern delicacy. This recipe comes from the peanut capital of the world: Sylvester, Georgia. Passed down through generations, this is sure crowd pleaser. Straight from momma's kitchen.

Provided by Kristi Whittington

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Nuts and Seeds

Time 10m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 3

oil, or as needed
1 cup shelled raw peanuts
salt to taste

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Cook peanuts in preheated oil until fragrant and hot, about 2 minutes. Transfer to paper-towel lined plates to drain. Season peanuts with salt.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 100.4 calories, Carbohydrate 1.5 g, Fat 10 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 2.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 1.6 mg, Sugar 0.4 g

SPICY STIR-FRIED CHINESE LONG BEANS WITH PEANUTS



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Categories     Wok     Bean     Side     Stir-Fry     Vegetarian     Peanut     Hot Pepper     Summer     Vegan     Boil     Gourmet     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Tree Nut Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/2 lb Chinese long beans*
1/2 cup unsalted dry-roasted peanuts (2 1/2 oz; not cocktail peanuts)
2 teaspoons soy sauce
2 to 3 small fresh Thai chiles** (to taste), finely chopped
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 tablespoons peanut oil
1 tablespoon chopped garlic
1 large shallot, halved lengthwise, then very thinly sliced crosswise (1/2 cup)
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
Garnish: lime wedges
Special Equipment
a well-seasoned 14-inch flat-bottomed wok

Steps:

  • Cook untrimmed beans in a 6- to 8-quart pot of boiling salted water, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until just tender, 3 to 5 minutes. Transfer with tongs to a large bowl of ice and cold water to stop cooking, then drain in a colander and pat dry with paper towels. Trim beans and cut crosswise into 3/4-inch pieces.
  • Meanwhile, pulse peanuts in a food processor until about half of peanuts are finely ground and remainder are in very large pieces (do not grind to a paste).
  • Stir together soy sauce, chiles, and salt in a small bowl.
  • Heat wok over high heat until a bead of water dropped onto cooking surface evaporates immediately. Add oil, swirling to coat wok, then add garlic and stir-fry until garlic begins to turn pale golden, about 5 seconds. Add peanuts, and stir-fry until all of mixture is golden, about 30 seconds. Add beans, and stir-fry until hot and well coated, about 2 minutes. Remove wok from heat, then stir in soy sauce mixture and shallot, stirring until shallot has wilted. Drizzle in lime juice and season with salt, then transfer to a bowl. Serve warm or at room temperature.
  • *Available at Asian markets.
  • **Available at kalustyans.com.

DEEP FRIED PEANUTS RECIPE - (3.8/5)



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Provided by ukiahgal67

Number Of Ingredients 15

Peanuts
2 c Lard
2 c Peanut Oil
1 Lb Green Peanuts in shell
2 T Spice Blend (see below)
Spice Blend
1/4 c Chili Powder
2 T Kosher Salt
1 1/2 T Onion Powder
1 T Ground Cumin
1 1/2 tsp Paprika
1 1/2 tsp Garlic Powder
1 1/2 tsp Brown Sugar
1/2 tsp Cayenne Pepper
1/4 tsp Dry Mustard

Steps:

  • 1.In a heavy pot, heat lard and peanut oil to 350 degrees. 2.Submerge peanuts in oil until crispy (about 5 minutes). 3.Drain well and toss with 2 tablespoons of spice blend. 4.Serve warm.

SPICY CHICKEN FRIED RICE WITH PEANUTS



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From Cooking Light. It isn't too spicy as written, but you can always make adjustments by using less crushed red pepper to suit your tastes. If you want to shave time off the prep, use the boil-in-bag brown rice available at many stores.

Provided by CaliforniaJan

Categories     Brown Rice

Time 30m

Yield 1 3/4 cups, 5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/4 cup less-sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon dark brown sugar
1 teaspoon dark sesame oil
3/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 tablespoons canola oil
2 cups red bell peppers, diced (about 2)
1 cup onion, diced
1/4 cup green onion, thinly sliced and divided
2 tablespoons fresh ginger, peeled and minced
2 large garlic cloves, minced
5 cups brown rice, cooked and cold
2 cups chicken, cooked and diced (about 1 pound)
1 (8 ounce) can sliced water chestnuts, drained and chopped
1/3 cup dry-roasted unsalted peanuts

Steps:

  • Combine first 4 ingredients in a small bowl; stir well with a whisk.
  • Heat canola oil in a wok or large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add bell peppers, diced onion, and 2 tablespoons green onions to pan; stir-fry 3 minutes or until tender. Add ginger and garlic; stir-fry 1 minute. Add rice, chicken, and water chestnuts; stir-fry for 5 minutes or until thoroughly heated, stirring gently. Add soy sauce mixture; cook 2 minutes more, tossing to coat. Sprinkle with remaining 2 tablespoons green onions and peanuts.
  • *Note: cooking time does not include time to cook rice or chicken.

SPICY STIR FRIED CHICKEN AND GREENS WITH PEANUTS



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Provided by Molly Stevens

Categories     Chicken     Marinate     Stir-Fry     Low Carb     Kid-Friendly     Low Cal     High Fiber     Dinner     Peanut     Kale     Spinach     Spring     Summer     Poker/Game Night     Healthy     Mustard Greens     Potluck     Bon Appétit     Small Plates

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons soy sauce, divided
2 tablespoons dry Sherry, divided
3 teaspoons Asian sesame oil, divided
2 teaspoons golden brown sugar, divided
1 1/4 pounds skinless boneless chicken breast halves, cut crosswise into 1/3-inch-wide strips
3 tablespoons peanut oil, divided
4 green onions, white parts and green parts chopped separately
2 teaspoons chopped seeded serrano chiles
1 large bunch greens (such as spinach, mustard greens, kale, or broccoli rabe; about 1 pound), thick stems removed, spinach left whole, other greens cut into 1-inch strips (about 10 cups packed)
1/4 cup chopped roasted salted peanuts

Steps:

  • Whisk 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 tablespoon Sherry, 1 teaspoon sesame oil, and 1 teaspoon sugar in medium bowl. Add chicken; marinade 20 to 30 minutes.
  • Whisk remaining 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 tablespoon Sherry, 2 teaspoons sesame oil, and 1 teaspoon sugar in small bowl and reserve.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons peanut oil in large nonstick skillet over high heat. Add white parts of onions and chiles; stir 30 seconds. Add chicken; stir-fry just until cooked through, about 3 minutes. Transfer chicken mixture to bowl. Add 1 tablespoon peanut oil to same skillet; heat over high heat. Add greens by large handfuls; stir just until beginning to wilt before adding more. Sauté just until tender, 1 to 6 minutes, depending on type of greens. Return chicken to skillet. Add reserved soy sauce mixture; stir until heated through, about 1 minute. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer to serving bowl; sprinkle with green parts of onions and peanuts.

FRIED PEANUTS



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This is a recipe that my mother would make for "refreshment" night. Saturday night was a special night for our family. We would all have our own glass bottle Coca Cola and whatever was the refreshment for that night. We would then sit down and watch Saturday Night Movies on channel 10.

Provided by Joyce Lowery

Categories     Nuts

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 lb raw peanuts
1/4 c canola oil
salt, to taste

Steps:

  • 1. Heat oil.
  • 2. Place peanuts in the hot oil.
  • 3. Stir constantly until they just begin to turn red. If you cook them any longer, they will taste scorched.
  • 4. Remove from pan (a black skillet works best). Place on paper towels to drain.
  • 5. Salt to taste.
  • 6. Store any leftovers in an air-tight container. Leftovers were never a problem at the Sugg household.

MALA FRIED PEANUTS



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Shelled raw peanuts are easy to find at Asian markets, health food stores, and other specialty food stores.

Provided by Lisa Cheng Smith

Categories     Bon Appétit     Hors D'Oeuvre     Lunar New Year     snack     Fry     Peanut     Chile Pepper     Hot Pepper     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Vegan     Vegetarian     Soy Free

Yield 8-10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups raw peanuts, preferably blanched
¼-½ cup peanut oil
18 dried Sichuan chiles or other red Chinese chiles, 8 with seeds removed, cut into strips, 10 left whole
1 tsp. Sichuan peppercorns
1½ tsp. kosher salt
1 tsp. sugar
1 tsp. Five-Spice Powder
1 tsp. ground Sichuan peppercorns (from 1½ tsp. whole)
Pinch of freshly ground white pepper (optional)

Steps:

  • If using unblanched (skin-on) peanuts, place in a medium bowl and pour in water to cover. Let soak at least 6 hours and up to 12 hours. Drain peanuts, then rub off skins with paper towels if needed.
  • Arrange peanuts on a rimmed baking sheet and freeze at least 2 hours and up to 12 hours (this will dehydrate the nuts so that they crisp faster when fried). If using blanched peanuts, skip the soaking and freeze directly.
  • Place frozen peanuts in a wok or medium pot and pour in oil to cover by ¼". Bring to a simmer over medium heat and cook until peanuts are golden brown and float to the surface, 15-20 minutes. Using a spider or slotted spoon, transfer to paper towels to drain. Let oil cool. Transfer all but 1 tsp. oil to an airtight container; save for another use.
  • Add sliced chiles, whole chiles, and whole Sichuan peppercorns to skillet with oil and heat over medium-high, stirring constantly, until fragrant, about 2 minutes (don't let the chiles brown-you want them to stay red). Mix in peanuts, salt, sugar, Five-Spice Powder, ground Sichuan peppercorns, and white pepper (if using). Transfer to a small bowl; let cool.
  • Do Ahead: Peanuts can be made 3 days ahead. Store airtight at room temperature.

SPICY FRIED CHILI PEANUTS



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A great tv snack or as an appetizer. For less heat use less chili powder. This can be made ahead but is best used within 12 hours of cooking. Recipe source: Bon Appetit (September 1985)

Provided by ellie_

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 35m

Yield 1 pound

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/4 cup peanut oil
3 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
1 lb unsalted peanuts, roasted
4 tablespoons dried ancho chile powder (or any chili powder)
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 -3 teaspoons salt

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large skillet over very low heat. Add garlic and cook until crisp and brown, stirring occasionally (15-20 minutes). DO NOT BURN. Discard garlic.
  • Add peanuts to skillet, increase heat to medium high and shake pan until oil is absorbed by peanuts and peanut aroma is strong (5 minutes); remove from heat.
  • Stir in chili powder and cayenne pepper and season with salt.

SPICY CHICKEN FRIED RICE WITH PEANUTS (BY ELLIE KRIEGER) RECIPE



Spicy Chicken Fried Rice with Peanuts (by Ellie Krieger) Recipe image

Provided by á-26084

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/4 cup less-sodium soy suace
1 Tbsp. dark brown sugar
1 tsp. dark sesame oil
3/4 tsp. crushed red pepper
2 Tbsp. canola oil
2 cup diced red bell pepper (about 2)
1 cup diced onion
1/4 cup thinly sliced green onions
2 Tbsp. minced peeled fresh ginger
2 large garlic cloves, minced
5 cups cold cooked brown rice
2 cups diced cooked chicken (about 1 lb.)
1 (8-ounce) can sliced water chestnuts, drained and chopped
1/3 cup chopped, unsalted, dry-roasted peanuts

Steps:

  • 1. Combine the first 4 ingredients in a small bowl, stir well with a whisk. 2. Heat canola oil in a wok or large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add bell pepper, diced onion, and 2 Tbsp. green onions to pan; stir-fry for 3 minutes or until tender. Add ginger and garlic; stir-fry 1 minute. Add rice, chicken, and water chestnuts; stir-fry for 5 minutes or until thoroughly heated, stirring gently. Add soy sauce mixture; cook 2 minutes, tossing gently to coat. Sprinkle with remaining 2 tablespoons green onions and peanuts. Makes 5 servings (each serving is about 1 and 3/4 cups rice mixture, 1 and 1/4 teaspoons green onions, and 1 Tbsp. peanuts). Calories/serving: 482, Fat: 14.8g (sat 2.1g), Protein: 26.3g, Carbs: 61.8g, Fiber: 6.9g, Cholesterol: 48mg, Iron: 2.8mg, Sodium: 479mg, Calcium: 59mg

SEASONED FRIED PEANUTS



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Add these seasoned peanuts to your som tum.

Provided by Kris Yenbamroong

Categories     Peanut     Thailand     Los Angeles

Yield Makes 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 6

Vegetable oil, for deep-frying
2 cups raw peanuts, skin-on, if possible
Kosher salt
12 makrut lime leaves
2 tablespoons thinly sliced lemongrass
8 small dried chiles (bird's eye chiles, pulla, or árbol), or to taste

Steps:

  • Pour enough oil into a wok or deep saucepan to come halfway up the sides. Heat the oil over medium high to 350°F. (Throw in a grain of uncooked rice; if it pops up and starts sizzling right away, the oil is ready. Or use a thermometer.) Add all the peanuts and fry until they turn golden-brown and become fragrant, 45 seconds to 1 minute. Drain on paper towels, spacing out the nuts so they stay crisp. Sprinkle a teaspoon or so of salt over the nuts while warm.
  • Repeat the frying process in the same oil with the lime leaves, lemongrass, and chiles, cooking each separately until fragrant and golden brown (less than a minute), then draining on paper towels. Transfer the peanuts to an airtight container and crush the fried aromatics over the top, tossing to mix. Store in a sealed container in a cool, dry place for up to 1 month.

Tips:

  • Selecting the right peanuts: Opt for raw, unsalted peanuts for the best flavor and texture. Avoid pre-roasted or seasoned peanuts, as they may not yield the desired results.
  • Properly cleaning the peanuts: Thoroughly rinse the peanuts under running water to remove any dirt or debris. Pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel or paper towels to ensure they are completely dry before frying.
  • Choosing the right oil: Use a neutral-flavored oil with a high smoke point, such as vegetable, canola, or grapeseed oil. This will prevent the oil from burning and impart unwanted flavors to the peanuts.
  • Maintaining the right temperature: Properly controlling the oil temperature is crucial. Use a deep-fry thermometer to monitor the temperature and ensure it stays between 325°F (163°C) and 350°F (177°C). This will help achieve evenly fried peanuts with a crispy texture.
  • Frying in batches: To prevent overcrowding and ensure even cooking, fry the peanuts in small batches. This will allow the oil to circulate properly and the peanuts to cook evenly.
  • Seasoning the peanuts: Once fried, immediately season the peanuts while they are still hot. This will help the seasonings adhere better. You can use a variety of seasonings, such as salt, pepper, garlic powder, chili powder, or your favorite spice blend.

Conclusion:

Homemade fried peanuts are a delicious and versatile snack that can be enjoyed on their own or incorporated into various dishes. By following these tips and experimenting with different seasonings, you can create a flavorful and crunchy treat that is sure to satisfy your taste buds. Whether you are looking for a quick snack, a topping for salads or stir-fries, or an addition to your favorite trail mix, fried peanuts are a great option. So, gather your ingredients, heat up your oil, and get ready to indulge in this crispy and addictive snack!

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