Thai style peanuts - Extremely addictive | Chili Garlic Peanuts

Introduction

In this tutorial, we'll guide you through making Thai-style chili garlic peanuts—an addictive snack that's perfect for parties or enjoying at home. This recipe combines salted peanuts with aromatic ingredients like garlic, dry red chilies, and kaffir lime leaves to create a flavorful treat that captures the essence of Thai cuisine.

Step 1: Prepare the Ingredients

Gather the following ingredients to get started:

• 350 grams salted peanuts
• 2 garlic cloves, sliced
• 3 dry red chilies
• 5 to 6 Thai kaffir lime leaves
• 1/4 teaspoon citric acid
• 2 tablespoons oil

Step 2: Fry the Aromatics

1. Place a pan on medium heat.
2. Add 2 tablespoons of oil to the pan.
3. Once the oil is hot, add the sliced garlic cloves.
4. Fry the garlic until it turns golden brown.
5. Turn off the heat.
6. Add the dry red chilies and kaffir lime leaves to the hot oil.
7. Fry these ingredients for about 1 minute until they become crispy. The heat from the oil will crisp them without burning.

Step 3: Combine and Mash

1. Transfer the fried mixture to a large bowl.
2. Discard any excess oil from the bowl.
3. Wear a disposable glove on one hand to protect yourself from the heat of the chilies.
4. Use your gloved hand to mash the garlic, chilies, and lime leaves together.
5. Be sure to remove any lime leaf stems during this process.

Step 4: Mix in the Peanuts

1. Add the 350 grams of salted peanuts to the bowl with the mashed mixture.
2. Mix everything well, ensuring the flavors are thoroughly incorporated into the peanuts.

Step 5: Add Citric Acid

1. Sprinkle 1/4 teaspoon of citric acid over the peanut mixture.
2. Mix again to add a refreshing lemon punch to your snack.

Step 6: Serve or Store

1. Serve the chili garlic peanuts at your next house party for a delightful snack.
2. Alternatively, store them in an airtight jar to enjoy later.

Conclusion

You’ve now created a delicious batch of Thai-style chili garlic peanuts. This recipe is simple and quick, yet it delivers explosive flavors. Whether you’re serving them to guests or enjoying them on your own, these peanuts are sure to be a hit. Consider experimenting with different spice levels or additional ingredients to make this snack your own!