How to Boil Peanuts in Instant Pot

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How to Boil Peanuts in Instant Pot

Instant Pot Boiled Peanuts (Spicy or Plain) - The quickest and easiest way make this tasty southern snack. Tender, juicy and just the perfect flavors come together for a delicious snack.

Author: Nikki Lee

Servings:

Cook Time 1 15

Pressure Release Time 30

Total Time 1 45

Ingredients

▢ 1 ½ pounds green peanuts
▢ ⅓ cup salt
▢ 12 ounce jar green pickled jalapeno peppers with carrots (this gives flavor without a lot of heat)

For Spicy (Cajun) Boiled Peanuts

▢ 1 tbsp red pepper flakes
▢ 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning

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Instructions

Place washed peanuts in Instant Pot.
Add jar of pickled jalapenos and salt. If you want spicy add in the red pepper flakes and cajun seasoning.
Add water to cover the peanuts.
Place the steamer rack for the Instant Pot on top of the peanuts to help weight them down.
Place lid on Instant Pot, make sure the valve is closed or in sealing position.
Set to Manual Pressure for 75 minutes.
Once done cooking, let it natural release for 30 minutes. Then open the valve to release any remaining pressure and remove the lid.

Notes

I have found about 75 to be a perfect peanut, but you can cook them up to 90 minutes for a really soft peanut.

If you buy raw peanuts (more mature and air dried) rather than green (freshly harvested) peanuts - soak them overnight and cook for full 90 minutes for best results.

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www.soulfullymade.com/instant-pot-boiled-peanuts-spicy-or-plain/