Cajun spicy boiled peanuts. Raw peanuts in their shells simmer in a salty, spicy brew flavored with crab boil, Cajun seasoning, garlic, and two kinds of serious hot peppers. "This is the real deal that is found in the heart of Florida. I made this recipe to resemble the taste of my favorite boiled peanuts found in the Ocala National. Yet they were also firm, spicy, and packed with smoky essence.
They are unique in taste and texture, and have the nostalgic appeal of. This Cajun boiled peanuts recipe brings just the right amount of spice and lets you adjust it to your preference. It's a wonderful spicy southern snack or appetizer. You can have Cajun spicy boiled peanuts using 8 ingredients and 8 steps. Here is how you cook it.
Ingredients of Cajun spicy boiled peanuts
- Prepare 1 packages of raw jumbo peanuts.
- It's 2 tbsp of hot cajun seasoning.
- Prepare 2 tbsp of garlic powder.
- You need 1 each of habanero pepper, sliced..
- You need 1/2 cup of salt.
- Prepare 1/2 cup of red chili pepper flakes.
- Prepare 1/3 packages of hot peppers, chopped..
- It's 1 each of zattairans shrimp and crab boil, 3 Oz..
The shells pull apart easily, but the softer nuts do not always fall out. You need to pull them out sometimes. For spicy boiled peanuts I like to add sliced jalapenos, Cajun seasoning (Tony Chachere's is my favorite), and lots of red pepper flakes. Boiled peanuts can be eaten either warm or cold.
Cajun spicy boiled peanuts step by step
- Rinse and drain peanuts several times to get dirt or shell pieces off..
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- Soak peanuts in lukewarm water for 30-45 minutes..
- Place peanuts in large stock pot, fill with water..
- Add all spices and water to cover. Peanuts will float to tip, stir..
- Bring to boil, stir frequently. Continue for 45-60 minutes..
- Transfer to crockpot. Simmer on low for 7+ hours..
- When softness of peanut has been achieved, turn off. Let peanuts soak for more flavor. Serve in cup, don't forget your extra cup for peanuts. Refrigerate leftovers for 2-3 days. You can freeze leftovers..
I like them both ways, but if I had to choose, I prefer them cold, especially during the summer which tends to be. In this short episode I show you how to cook this boiled peanut recipe of mine. I like boiled peanuts the most when they are spicy! So this is a Spicy Cajun. These spicy Cajun Boiled Peanuts get their kick from Cajun seasoning and Cajun liquid crab boil.