Best 5 Spiced Peanuts Recipes
Tantalize your taste buds with a culinary journey into the world of spiced peanuts, a delightful symphony of flavors that will leave you craving more. Embark on an exploration of three distinct recipes, each offering a unique twist on this classic snack. From the fiery heat of Szechuan Spiced Peanuts to the zesty tang of Lemon & Herb Peanuts, and the smoky allure of Smoked Paprika & Garlic Peanuts, these recipes promise an explosion of taste that will satisfy even the most discerning palate. Get ready to elevate your snacking experience with this trio of spiced peanut recipes, guaranteed to become your new go-to treats for parties, movie nights, or simply a satisfying nibble.
Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!
SPICED PEANUTS
Liven up plain peanuts with a sweet-and-spicy blend of flavors from sugar, cumin and cayenne pepper. You'll want to double...or triple...the recipe!-Holly Kunkle, Walton, Kentucky
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Snacks
Time 30m
Yield 3 cups.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place peanuts in a small bowl; drizzle with oil and toss to coat. Combine sugar and seasonings; sprinkle over nuts and toss to coat., Transfer to an ungreased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake at 300° for 20-25 minutes or until lightly browned, stirring occasionally. , Spread on waxed paper to cool. Store in an airtight container.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 335 calories, Fat 28g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 266mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 12g protein.
CHILI-SPICED PEANUTS
This recipe is adapted from "Simply Mexican" by the chef and cookbook author Lourdes Castro. With a twist of lime juice and cayenne pepper, these nuts have a distinctly Latin flavor. They will keep guests happy as hosts finish dinner in the kitchen.
Provided by Kim Severson
Categories appetizer
Time 20m
Yield 1 cup
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a nonstick pan over high heat, toast peanuts for 2 to 3 minutes, shaking pan or stirring often until nuts begin to smell toasty. Pour into a bowl and set aside.
- Decrease heat under pan to medium and sprinkle sugar, cayenne pepper and salt evenly into it. Melt mixture slowly, stirring a bit with a heat-proof silicone spatula. When sugar has melted, add peanuts to pan and coat well. Mixture might clump a bit.
- Pour nuts onto parchment paper. As soon as mixture is cool enough to handle, break apart any clumps of peanuts. Serve with wedges of lime. Squeeze lime over nuts right before eating.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 167, UnsaturatedFat 10 grams, Carbohydrate 12 grams, Fat 12 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 6 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 98 milligrams, Sugar 8 grams
SPICED PEANUTS
Categories Bake Valentine's Day Vegetarian Quick & Easy Peanut Spice Bon Appétit
Yield Makes about 2 1/2 cups
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 300°F. Heat 1 tablespoons olive oil in heavy large skillet over medium heat. Add chili powder, cumin, sugar, curry powder, garlic powder and cayenne pepper and stir until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add peanuts and stir until coated, about 2 minutes. Transfer to large rimmed baking sheet.
- Bake peanuts until golden brown and almost dry, stirring occasionally, about 15 minutes. Season with salt. Transfer to paper towels; drain. Cool. (Peanuts can be made 3 days ahead. Store in airtight container at room temperature.)
CAJUN SPICED PEANUTS
I've recently discovered Cajun seasoning and I like it so much,I'm about to add it to any food. Found this on about.com.
Provided by littlemafia
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 5m
Yield 2 cups, 4-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Stir in seasoning and cayenne.
- Add peanuts to skillet; cook for 2 minutes stirring constantly.
- Serve warm or at room temperature.
- Store for up to 3 weeks in a tightly covered container.
INDONESIAN SERUNDENG (CRISP SPICED COCONUT WITH PEANUTS)
This is great as a nibble or use over a rice or noodle dish. This is only a small amount but I recommend that if you want larger amounts repeat this recipe several times it does not allow itself to triple (the spices get out of whack)
Provided by Bergy
Categories Coconut
Time 10m
Yield 3/4 cup, 3 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Using a dry frypan over medium-low heat toast the coconut, garlic and onion flakes, crushing the onion flakes.
- Toast until all are golden.
- Add coriander, cumin,& salt, stir welland remove from heat, cool.
- Stir in the peanuts.
Tips:
- Use fresh, high-quality peanuts for the best flavor.
- Be sure to remove the skins from the peanuts before roasting them. This will help them to get crispy and evenly browned.
- If you don't have a food processor, you can chop the peanuts by hand with a knife. Just be sure to chop them finely.
- Be careful not to overcook the peanuts. They should be golden brown and crispy, but not burnt.
- Let the peanuts cool completely before storing them. This will help them to stay crispy.
- Spiced peanuts can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
Conclusion:
Spiced peanuts are a delicious and easy-to-make snack that can be enjoyed on their own or as part of a trail mix. They are also a great addition to salads, stir-fries, and other dishes. With so many different ways to flavor them, there is sure to be a spiced peanut recipe that everyone will enjoy.
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