Boiled Peanuts

Name: Boiled Peanuts
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 180 min
Total time: 185 min
Ingredients: 5 pounds raw peanuts, in shells; 1 cup salt, or to taste; water to cover

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Boiled peanuts make a delicious snack! Learn how to make them with this recipe.

Recipe by Thelma

Updated on November 16, 2022

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Prep Time:

5 mins

Cook Time:

3 hrs

Total Time:

3 hrs 5 mins

Servings:

40

Yield:

5 pounds

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Ingredients

5 pounds raw peanuts, in shells
1 cup salt, or to taste
water to cover

Directions

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

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

322	Calories
28g	Fat
9g	Carbs
15g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 40
Calories 322
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 28g	36%
Saturated Fat 4g	20%
Sodium 2345mg	102%
Total Carbohydrate 9g	3%
Dietary Fiber 5g	17%
Total Sugars 2g
Protein 15g
Calcium 54mg	4%
Iron 3mg	14%
Potassium 401mg	9%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.