Peanuts are delectable to eat when roasted. You compare the cost of raw and roasted peanuts there is a lot of difference. If you are really fond of roasted peanuts then it is economical and definitely a better option to roast them at home. If you want to eat peanuts out of shell use Virginia or Valencia peanuts. If you want to make dips out of the roasted peanuts then Spanish-peanut is the best because of its high oil content. Following easy steps will help you to roast peanuts.
Complexity level: Easy
Time required: 15 to 20 minutes
Resources required
- Raw peanuts
- An oven
- Cookie sheets
- Salt
- Seasoning according to choice
Instructions
Removing the skin
Shell out the peanut. Freeze it for approximately eight hours. Take out the skin of the peanuts by rubbing them. If some of the peanuts are left with skin leave them as they are. Another way to remove the skin is to roast the peanut with shell in an oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 3-5 minutes. Take them out and allow it to cool for some time. Now rub and remove the skin off.
Blanching
Blanch the peanuts in the boiled water for 2-3 minutes. Strain out the water and dry them with towel before cooking.
Spreading on cookie sheet
Spread the peanuts on the cookie sheet evenly in a thin layer. Spread a little oil with help of a brush before spreading the peanuts on it.
Oven roasting
Preheat the oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Place the peanuts in a baking pan in the oven. The time for cooking un-shelled peanuts is 20 to 25 minutes and for shelled peanuts is 15 to 20 minutes.
Microwave roasting
Take a microwave container and put 2 cups of shelled raw peanuts in it. Brush the peanuts with little butter before putting it in the microwave. Place the container in the microwave and treat it on high for two minutes and take out to stir. Repeat the process at regular interval of 2 minutes for 10 minutes. You are done with light roasted peanuts. You can increase the time of roasting to 12 minutes for regular roasted peanuts.
Oil roasting
Heat oil in a deep frying saucepan to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Add two cups of peanuts to the oil and keep stirring it regularly. Take out the peanuts after 5 minutes of deep frying and tissue the oil on napkins or paper towel.
Seasoning
Let the peanuts cool for sometime after taking out from the oven and then add seasoning and salt according to taste. You can use herbs, paprika, chili powder, onion powder, garlic powder, cinnamon or a light dusting of sugar for seasoning.
FAQs
Q: For how long can the peanuts be stored?
A: Unshelled peanuts can be safely stored if you keep them in an air tight container inside the refrigerator. The peanuts can be frozen and preserved for around 12 months.
Quick tips
- Allow the peanuts in rest for few minutes as they continue to cook even after pulling out of the oven.
- Drain the extra oil after deep frying to reduce the fat consumption.
- Best way to roast the peanuts is in a microwave if you are in a hurry.
Things to watch out for
Since the peanuts have high concentration of oil they remain hot for a while when freshly roasted, so handle with care.
