Boiled Peanuts
Boiled peanuts are a traditional snack in Alabama, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, northern Florida and Mississippi.
- Prep Time: 35 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 hours
- Total Time: 7 hours 35 minutes
- Yield: varies
- Category: Snacks
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Southern
Ingredients
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- 4 to 5 pounds green peanuts (raw peanuts in shell)
- 4 to 6 quarts water
- 1 cup plain salt
Instructions
- Wash unshelled peanuts thoroughly in cold water until water runs clear; then soak in cool, clean water for approximately 30 minutes before cooking.
- In a large pot, place soaked peanuts and cover completely with water. Add 1 cup of salt per gallon of water. Cook, covered, over high heat for 4 to 7 hours.
- Remove from heat and drain peanuts after cooking or they will absorb salt and become over-salted.
Notes
To freeze boiled peanuts: Prepare peanuts as indicated above. Drain, allow to cool, and freeze in airtight containers. They keep indefinitely.
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