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Boil peanuts

Boil peanuts

Fresh peanuts simmer gently in a well-salted spiced broth, then rest in the liquid for hours so every bite turns savory, fragrant, and wonderfully plump.

Instructions

  1. 1
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    Wash the peanuts and pinch a small opening on them.

  2. 2
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    Prepare the seasonings.

  3. 3
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    Put the peanuts in a pot, add water, about twice the amount, and add seasonings.

  4. 4
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    Cover the pot and bring to a boil over high heat.

  5. 5
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    After the water boils, taste the soup; it should be slightly salty, then cook for another 5 minutes.

  6. 6
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    Put the peanuts and soup together in a bowl and soak for more than 2 hours.

  7. 7
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    In summer, peanuts go really well with beer.

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Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • Fresh peanuts
    500g
  • Star anise
    2 piece

Seasonings

  • Salt
    1/2 tbsp
  • Sichuan pepper
    a small handful
  • Cinnamon
    1 piece
  • Bay leaf
    2 slice

Auxiliary Ingredients

  • Ginger
    2 slice