Name: Southern Boiled Peanuts (Standard)
Prep time: 1 h 36 min
Cook time: 2 h 24 min
Total time: 4 h
Yield: 6
Cuisine: Southern
Ingredients: 2 pounds Raw, Green Peanuts; 1/2 cup Kosher Salt; 1/4 cup Soy Sauce; 2 tbsp Old Bay Seasoning; 1 tbsp Cayenne Pepper; 6 cloves Garlic-crushed; 1 Bay Leaf

Recipe tier

A traditional Southern snack of peanuts boiled in heavily salted water, resulting in a soft, flavorful, and addictive treat.

Total 4h

Serves 6

Steps 6

Ingredients 7

Peanuts
2 pounds 907 g Raw, Green Peanuts
Brine
cup 120 mL Kosher Salt
cup 60 mL Soy Sauce
2 tbsp 30 mL Old Bay Seasoning
1 tbsp 15 mL Cayenne Pepper
6 cloves 18 g Garlic-crushed
Optional
1 1 Bay Leaf

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Instructions

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Rinse the Raw, Green Peanuts thoroughly to remove any dirt or debris.
In a large stockpot, combine all Brine ingredients and 12 cups (2.8 L) of water. Bring to a boil.
Add the Raw, Green Peanuts and Optional Bay Leaf to the boiling brine.
Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 2-4 hours, or until peanuts reach desired tenderness. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, adding more Kosher Salt or Cayenne Pepper to your preference.
Remove from heat and let cool slightly before serving. Peanuts will continue to absorb flavor as they cool.