Brazilian recipe
Microwave Pé de Moleque: Easy Peanut Brittle
Whip up this classic, crunchy Brazilian peanut treat in just minutes using your microwave. No stove-top hassle needed.
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Ingredients
2 cups white sugar
3 cups raw peanuts
1 teaspoon bicarbonate of soda
1 cup corn syrup
3 cups raw peanuts
1 teaspoon bicarbonate of soda
1 cup corn syrup
Where to find ingredients
You can find all these staples at any local supermarket in Barbados. For the raw peanuts, check the baking aisle or the sections where snacks and nuts are sold; if unavailable, any unsalted raw nut section in a larger grocery store will do. Corn syrup can usually be found in the baking section alongside other syrups. Ensure you use pure bicarbonate of soda (baking soda) found in the baking needs aisle. If you can't find raw peanuts, raw Spanish peanuts are the best substitute for the authentic texture.
Preparation method
- Start by mixing the raw peanuts, sugar, and corn syrup in a deep, microwave-safe bowl
- Pop the bowl in the microwave on high for 10 minutes, making sure to pause a few times to give it a good stir so it cooks evenly
- As soon as you take it out, quickly stir in the bicarbonate of soda until it's fully combined and the mixture becomes aerated
- Immediately spread the hot mixture onto a marble slab or a cool surface that has been lightly greased with a bit of butter or margarine
- Let the brittle set and cool down completely before breaking it into smaller pieces to serve
Observations
This is a brilliant hack for when those sweet cravings hit and you want something traditional without spending ages over the cooker. It’s a dead-easy, no-fuss method that gives you that perfect, snap-worthy crunch every single time.
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