Best Chili Roasted Peanuts Recipes

CHILI ROASTED PEANUTS

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A lower calorie version of fried peanuts which can be made ahead and stored in jars or airtight containers for up to 2 weeks. Recipe source: Bon Appetit (May 1986)

Provided by ellie_

Categories Lunch/Snacks

Time 20m

Yield 6 cups

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon dried red pepper flakes
2 lbs salted peanuts
1 teaspoon chili powder

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350-degrees F.
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and pepper flakes and cook one minute. Add peanuts and stir to combine.
Transfer peanuts to baking sheet.
Bake for 10 minutes (or until brown). Remove from oven and sprinkle with chili powder and toss.
Cool and then transfer to airtight containers.
Store at least 8 hours before serving.

CHILI-ROASTED PEANUTS WITH DRIED CHERRIES

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These peanuts are great for parties and get-togethers; as well as an everyday snack.

Provided by S I

Categories Other Appetizers

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 oz unsalted butter
1 lb raw peanuts
1 Tbsp mild chili powder
2 tsp ground cumin
2 tsp ground white pepper
1 Tbsp salt
1/2 tsp dried oregano
1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
8 oz dried cherries*

Steps:

1. Preheat the oven to 300 to 325°F. Melt the butter in a small saucepan; remove from heat. Add the raw peanuts and toss to coat evenly with the melted butter.
2. In a small bowl, mix together the chili powder, cumin, white pepper, salt, oregano, and cayenne; set aside.
3. Spread the peanuts in a single layer on a large sheet pan and lightly toast in the oven for about 10 minutes, shaking the pan occasionally.
4. Transfer the peanuts into a large bowl and coat with the dry ingredients. Mix in the cherries until uniformly blended.
5. Cool completely, then cover and store at room temperature (lasts up to 2 weeks). * Can substitute raisins or dried cranberries in place of the dried cherries, if desired.

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