Ingredients for Cajun Boiled Peanuts
- Raw Peanuts
- 1/4 cup Cajun seasoning
- Cayenne Pepper
- 2 tablespoons salt
- Fresh Jalapenos
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How to Make Cajun Boiled Peanuts
- Rinse 1 pound of raw peanuts thoroughly under cold water.
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, combine the peanuts, 8 cups of water, 1/4 cup of Cajun seasoning, 2 tablespoons of salt, 2 jalapeños (sliced), and 1/2 cup of your favorite hot sauce (optional).
- If using ham hocks instead of Cajun spices and jalapeños, substitute 2-3 ham hocks for the spices and jalapeños. Add 8 cups of water and 2 tablespoons of salt
- Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat.
- Reduce heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for 370 minutes, or until the peanuts are tender and have absorbed most of the liquid. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Once cooked, remove the peanuts from the pot and let them cool slightly. Serve warm or at room temperature. Enjoy!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
146 g
Sugar
19g
Fat
38g
Carbs
6g