Low Fat Crispy Fried Peanuts
Satisfy your snack cravings with these Low Fat Crispy Fried Peanuts—a healthier twist on a classic favorite! This guilt-free recipe combines the irresistible crunch of oven-roasted peanuts with a bold seasoning mix of smoked paprika, garlic powder, and chili powder, delivering big flavors without the added oil. By soaking the peanuts in salted water before roasting, they achieve a deeply savory profile that pairs perfectly with their golden-brown crispiness. Sprayed lightly with olive oil and roasted to perfection, this easy prep snack is ready in just 30 minutes. Perfect for parties, movie nights, or a quick protein-packed bite, these peanuts are not just delicious but also low in fat and completely satisfying. Make and store them to enjoy as a flavor-packed snack for the week!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Raw peanuts
- 1 cup Water
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 0.25 teaspoon Chili powder
- Olive oil spray
Instructions
Rinse the raw peanuts under running water to remove any dirt or impurities. Drain well.
In a medium-sized bowl, combine water and salt, stirring until the salt is dissolved. Add the rinsed peanuts to the salted water and let them soak for 5 minutes. This step helps the peanuts absorb some salt.
After 5 minutes, drain the peanuts well and pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel or paper towel.
In a small bowl, mix together the garlic powder, smoked paprika, and chili powder. Sprinkle the spice mix over the peanuts and toss until they are evenly coated.
Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
Spread the peanuts in a single thin layer on the prepared baking sheet. Take care to ensure they are not overlapping too much.
Evenly spray the peanuts with olive oil spray. This will help them crisp up while maintaining a low-fat profile.
Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and roast the peanuts for about 20 minutes, stirring halfway through to ensure even cooking.
After 20 minutes, check for crispiness. If they haven't reached the desired crispness, continue roasting for an additional 5 minutes, checking frequently to prevent burning.
Once crispy and golden brown, remove them from the oven and allow them to cool completely on the baking sheet.
Store the cooled peanuts in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1777 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 153.6 g | 197% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.6 g | 98% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2436 mg | 106% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 52.4 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 27.2 g | 97% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.8 g | ||
| Protein | 80.7 g | 161% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 306 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 14.7 mg | 82% | |
| Potassium | 2232 mg | 47% | |
*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.
