Boiled Peanuts

Raw peanuts are boiled with salt until tender and then shelled before serving.  My mom makes it often and it is a go to snack whenever we go out for a picnic. It is also a perfect snack for movie time. Boiled peanuts with Indian spices and a few crunchy vegetables makes a popular street food in India. Enjoy this simple snack with your family.

Ingredients:

• Peanuts with shell – 500 gram (or 1 lb)
• Salt – 1 and 1/2 tbsp
• Water

Method of Preparation:

• Wash peanuts thoroughly to remove dirt.
• Pressure cook with salt and lots of water (until peanuts are fully soaked) for 3 to 4 whistles. You can also boil it in a pot with salt until peanuts become soft and cooked.
• You will be easily able to break the shell when it is fully cooked. If peanuts are not salty enough, leave it in water for some more time.
• When it is cooked, drain and serve the peanuts immediately.