Lickety Split Cajun Boiled Peanuts
Get ready to spice up your snack game with Lickety Split Cajun Boiled Peanuts—a Southern classic with a bold, flavorful twist! This quick and easy recipe transforms raw in-shell peanuts into a tender, savory delight simmered in a zesty blend of Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder. Perfect for game days, casual gatherings, or an irresistible on-the-go snack, these Cajun boiled peanuts are bursting with smoky heat and customizable spice thanks to optional crushed red pepper flakes. Ready in just over two hours and cooked to your desired tenderness, they’re served warm or straight from the seasoned cooking liquid for a truly authentic experience. Whether you're a fan of Southern street food or craving something uniquely delicious, this recipe is a surefire crowd-pleaser!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Raw peanuts (in-shell)
- 10 cups Water
- 0.5 cup Kosher salt
- 3 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 tablespoon Smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes (optional, for extra heat)
Instructions
Rinse the raw peanuts thoroughly to remove any dirt or debris.
In a large stockpot, combine the water, kosher salt, Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and crushed red pepper flakes, if using. Stir well to dissolve the salt and distribute the spices.
Add the rinsed peanuts to the pot, ensuring they are fully submerged in the seasoned water. If necessary, place a heatproof plate or lid smaller than the pot on top of the peanuts to keep them underwater.
Bring the pot to a boil over high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium-low, cover the pot, and let the peanuts simmer for 1 1/2 to 2 hours, stirring occasionally to ensure even cooking.
After 1 1/2 hours, taste a peanut for tenderness and flavor. If the peanuts are still firm, continue simmering, checking every 15 minutes until they reach your desired consistency.
Once the peanuts are tender and infused with Cajun flavor, remove the pot from heat and allow it to cool slightly.
Drain the peanuts or serve them directly from the seasoned cooking liquid for extra flavor. Enjoy warm or at room temperature!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5253 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 451.6 g | 579% | |
| Saturated Fat | 62.9 g | 314% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 59838 mg | 2602% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 176.5 g | 64% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 85.7 g | 306% | |
| Total Sugars | 38.8 g | ||
| Protein | 235.8 g | 472% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 756 mg | 58% | |
| Iron | 19.4 mg | 108% | |
| Potassium | 6634 mg | 141% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
