RECIPE – Wok Fried Peanuts – Serves 1

Ingredients

• Applewood Signature® Organic Redskin Peanuts – 300g
• Neutral flavoured oil

• Sea salt (optional)

Method

1. Place the peanuts in a strainer / colander and rinse under water. Drain well and spread the peanuts out in a single layer to air-dry for approximately 30 minutes.
2. Add the air-dried peanuts to a wok, cover them with enough oil, and heat on a medium-low setting. Carefully push the peanuts around to heat them evenly and to prevent burning. Start with cold oil and low heat before using a generally low heat throughout the frying process.
3. Continue pushing the peanuts around the wok, listening out for small popping noises as you go. The peanuts are done once you notice the peanut shells turning a darker shade. The popping sound would’ve stopped too. The total fry time should be between 7 to 12 minutes.
4. For the last few minutes of cooking time, turn off the heat and leave the peanuts to cook in hot oil to prevent the risk of burning.
5. Strain the peanuts out of the oil and spread them out in a single layer on a baking sheet or plate to cool.
6. Toss the peanuts with salt (optional)
7. Enjoy!