Southern Style Boiled Peanuts

Dive into the heart of Southern comfort with this classic Southern Style Boiled Peanuts recipe! Perfectly salty, tender, and irresistibly snackable, these boiled peanuts are a quintessential treat for picnics, tailgates, and lazy afternoons. Made with raw peanuts simmered for hours in a seasoned brine, this recipe can be customized with bold flavors like Cajun spices or Old Bay for a zesty kick. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a slow, fuss-free simmer, you'll achieve that melt-in-your-mouth texture that true Southern boiled peanuts are known for. Whether served warm or at room temperature, these protein-packed, flavorful morsels are ideal for sharing—and guaranteed to disappear fast!

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:300 mins

Total Time:315 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 pounds Raw peanuts in shell
• 1 gallon Water
• 0.5 cup Salt
• 2 tablespoons Optional seasoning (such as Cajun spices or Old Bay)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the raw peanuts thoroughly under cold running water to remove any dirt or debris.

Step 2

Place the rinsed peanuts in a large stockpot.

Step 3

Add enough water to the pot to cover the peanuts completely, about 1 gallon.

Step 4

Stir in the salt. Add additional salt to taste, if desired.

Step 5

If using, add optional seasonings like Cajun spices or Old Bay for added flavor.

Step 6

Bring the water to a boil over high heat.

Step 7

Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium-low. Cover the pot and let it simmer.

Step 8

Cook the peanuts for approximately 5 hours, or until they reach your desired level of softness. Stir occasionally and add more water as needed to keep the peanuts covered.

Step 9

Once cooked, remove the pot from the heat and allow the peanuts to cool slightly in the salty water for a more intense flavor.

Step 10

Drain the peanuts once they are cooled to your liking, or store them in the cooking liquid until ready to eat.

Step 11

Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(4850.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5186.3

Total Fat 451.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 62.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 57693.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 162.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 79.8g	0%
Total Sugars 36.7g
Protein 235.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 826.4mg	0%
Iron 30.0mg	0%
Potassium 6330.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 71.9%

Protein: 16.7%

Carbs: 11.5%