cajun style boiled peanuts
(web photo) Being from the South (yep, a Rebel), summers without boiled peanuts is like Christmas with no Santa. Not good at all! But why stop there? Boiled peanuts can be frozen or canned for the winter. These are great to make when the fresh (green) peanut is in season from May - Nov. You can even use the dry peanut in the shell (unroasted) and just soak overnight first. This recipe is Very Spicy! Adjust the peppers to suit yourself. I listed these as appetizers or side dish, we need a snack category.
prep time
20 Min
cook time
method
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yield
6 - 8
Ingredients
- 1 pound raw (green) peanuts in shell
- 1 package (3 ounce) dry crab boil (such as zatarains's)
- 1/3 cup chopped jalapeno peppers (or use canned peppers with brine)
- 1/4 cup cajun seasoning
- 1/4 cup cayenne pepper
- 1/4 cup red pepper flakes
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1/2 cup salt
How To Make cajun style boiled peanuts
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Step 1Place the rinsed in-shell peanuts in a slow cooker with all other ingredients.
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Step 2Add enough water to cover & stir.
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Step 3Since the peanuts will float until they are cooked a bit, place a heavy saucer inside the slow cooker to weight them down for the first few hours.
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Step 4Turn the slow cooker on low, cover and allow to cook. After 4 or 5 hours, remove the saucer and add water if needed.
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Step 5Continue to cook for a total of 24 hrs or until the peanuts are soft. Drain, serve hot or room temperature.
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