How to Roast Raw Peanuts in the Microwave
Here is a fast way to roast raw peanuts in the microwave for easy eating + tips for getting the skins off too.
Ingredients
- 1 c raw unroasted peanuts
- ½ t salt
- 1/4 c water
- Optional: Spice blends or honey for adding while the peanuts are still hot.
Instructions
- Shell and remove the peanut skins. (See above for steps to remove the skins from raw peanuts.)
- Place the peanuts in a flat, low-sided microwave-safe plate in a single layer. Drizzle the water over the peanuts. Stir the peanuts around until all of them are moistened.
- Place the peanuts in the microwave and cook on high for 2 minutes.
- Carefully remove the peanuts from the microwave and stir them. (Be sure to use an oven mitt because the dish will be hot.)
- Place the peanuts back in the microwave and cook on high for 2 minutes.
- Remove the peanuts carefully and spread them out on a pan to allow them to cool. (Be sure to spread them out so that they are not bunched up together.)
- Sprinkle the peanuts with salt.
- Allow them to cool to room temperature.
Notes
Experiment with seasoning the peanuts with various seasonings. We tend to use table salt but consider using coarse sea salt or garlic powder. Experiment with different flavors.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 828kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 38gFat: 72gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 58gSodium: 1190mgFiber: 12gSugar: 7g
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