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Peanuts play an important nutritional role in many parts of Africa, since they have good fats and contain protein which is beneficial to children and adults.

Apple Butter Boiled Peanuts

Angie | Okra Pantry
My Apple Butter Boiled Peanuts recipe is very simple to prepared for a quick snack or appetizer.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Inactive Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Course Appetizer, Snack
Servings 4
Calories 250 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lbs raw shelled peanuts
  • pin of salt for taste
  • 2 tbsp apple butter
  • 1 gallon water (add more later as needed)

Instructions
 

  • Washed 1lb raw peanuts
  • On high heat, combine ingredients in a pot and cover - water, salt and peanuts
  • Bring to Boil for 1hr and 30 mins
  • Remaining 30 mins of boiling, taste peanuts, and add salt as needed
  • Boil and cook to desired consistency. Remove from heat and cool 15 mins
  • Drain the water, un-shell the peanuts
  • Dip boiled peanuts with apple butter and served.

Notes

  • Soak peanuts in water overnight for a quicker cooking time.
Keyword African Groundnuts, African Peanuts, African Snacks, Apple butter, Boiled Peanuts