Roasted Peanuts
Snacks·beginner

Roasted Peanuts

Yield
Prep
Total
2 cups
2m
17m
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Raw peanuts transform into crunchy, flavorful snacks in the air fryer. The skins add a slight bitterness that balances the sweetness. The complete recipe includes tips for seasoning and achieving the perfect roast.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups raw shelled peanuts
  • 1 teaspoon peanut oil (or any neutral oil)
  • Salt and your seasoning of choice
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Steps

  1. 01Toss with oil and seasoning.
  2. 02Ready for the air fryer. Shake every 3 minutes.
  3. 03Cool completely before eating. They taste soft when hot and crunchy when cool.
Raw peanuts look pale and taste grassy until roasted. The air fryer transforms them into the crunchy, deeply flavored peanuts you know. The skins are edible and add a slight bitterness that balances the salt. If you prefer no skins, rub the cooled peanuts in a towel and the skins slip off.
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How to Air Fry It

Temp
Cook
Prep
Flip?
350°F
15m
2m
Yes
  1. 01Preheat air fryer to 350°F (175°C).
  2. 02Place raw, shelled peanuts in a mixing bowl.
  3. 03Toss lightly with peanut oil and the Chili Lime or Cajun Heat seasoning.
  4. 04Pour into the air fryer basket in an even layer.
  5. 05Cook for 15 minutes, shaking the basket every 5 minutes.
  6. 06Let cool completely as they will continue to crisp up.

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