Description
This Crock Pot Boiled Peanuts recipe is a simple and flavorful way to enjoy a traditional Southern snack. Using green peanuts cooked slowly in a salted water brine, this recipe delivers tender, salty peanuts perfect for snacking. The slow cooker takes all the effort out of the process, making it easy to achieve the authentic boiled peanut taste with minimal supervision.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 2 pounds green peanuts
- 2 quarts water
- 1/3 cup kosher salt
Instructions
- Wash the peanuts: Place the green peanuts in a colander and rinse thoroughly under cold running water to remove any dirt or debris.
- Prepare the slow cooker: Place the washed peanuts in the slow cooker and cover them completely with 2 quarts of water. Add 1/3 cup kosher salt and stir well to dissolve the salt and combine.
- Cook the peanuts: Cover the slow cooker and set it to cook on high for 5 to 6 hours. During cooking, check occasionally to ensure the peanuts remain submerged; if necessary, add more water and stir gently to keep the peanuts evenly salted and tender.
- Check for tenderness: After 5 to 6 hours, test a few peanuts for your preferred softness. Once they reach the desired tenderness, your boiled peanuts are ready to serve.
Notes
- If you prefer a less salty snack, adjust the salt quantity to your liking.
- Green peanuts can usually be found at farmers’ markets or specialty stores, especially during peanut harvest season.
- Boiled peanuts can be refrigerated for several days and reheated in the microwave or on the stovetop.
- Cooking time may vary slightly depending on the freshness and size of the peanuts.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 to 6 hours
- Category: Snack
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Southern American
