Brazilian recipe
Microwave Sugared Peanuts (Amendoim torrado doce de microondas)
A quick and effortless way to achieve perfectly crunchy, candied peanuts entirely in your microwave.
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Ingredients
500g raw peanuts
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
2 teaspoons chocolate drink powder
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 cup water
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
2 teaspoons chocolate drink powder
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 cup water
Where to find ingredients
You can find raw peanuts and pantry staples like granulated sugar and baking powder at any local grocery store or supermarket in the baking or bulk snack aisles. Chocolate drink powder is widely available in the beverage section.
Preparation method
- Place the raw peanuts in a microwave-safe glass bowl.
- Microwave on high power for 3 minutes to lightly toast them.
- Add the sugar to the bowl.
- Stir in the chocolate drink powder.
- Add the baking powder.
- Pour in the water.
- Mix all the ingredients thoroughly until well combined.
- Return to the microwave and cook on high power for 9 to 12 minutes.
- Pause the cooking process every 3 minutes to stir the mixture, ensuring the sugar syrup evenly coats all the peanuts.
Observations
These sugared peanuts are a classic snack and incredibly simple to whip up. The secret to success lies in diligently stirring during the breaks, which ensures the sugar caramelizes evenly, coating every single peanut with a glossy, sweet shell.
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