Guy’s Kitchen Boiled Peanuts

Ingredients

• 2 lb raw peanuts (in-shell)
• 6 star anise (whole pods)
• 1 scoop brown sugar (approximately 1/4 cup)
• 0.25 cup Hawaiian salt (coarse sea salt)
• 1 handful garlic (whole cloves, peeled)
• 2 tbsp Pacific Red Hot sauce (or Hawaiian chili peppers to taste)
• water (enough to fill the pot and cover peanuts)

Steps

1. 1

   Place the raw in-shell peanuts into a large stockpot or pressure cooker.

2. 2

   Add 5 to 6 whole star anise pods to the pot.

3. 3

   Add a scoop (approximately 1/4 cup) of brown sugar.

4. 4

   Add a quarter cup of Hawaiian salt (coarse sea salt).

5. 5

   Add a handful of whole garlic cloves. You can dice them if preferred, but whole cloves work well.

6. 6

   Add the Pacific Red Hot sauce or fresh Hawaiian chili peppers to achieve the desired heat level.

7. 7

   Fill the pot with water until the peanuts are fully submerged.

8. 8

   Give the mixture a quick rough mix to distribute the seasonings.

9. 9

   Place a weight or a smaller lid on top of the peanuts to push them down into the brine, ensuring they stay submerged during cooking.

10. 10

    Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until the peanuts are tender. This typically takes 3 or more hours depending on the desired softness. If using a pressure cooker, follow manufacturer settings for legumes (usually 45-60 minutes).

Notes

The author mentions that while you can dice the garlic, using whole cloves is easier and still provides great flavor. Pacific Red Hot sauce is a specific regional favorite mentioned in the comments, but any vinegar-based hot sauce or fresh bird's eye chilies can be substituted.

Nutrition per serving

• snack
• appetizer
• boiled peanuts
• Hawaiian
• spicy
• slow-cooked
• dairy-free
• vegan