Brazilian recipe
Microwave Sugared Peanuts (Amendoim torrado doce de microondas)
A quick and convenient recipe for perfectly crunchy sweet peanuts, prepared entirely in the microwave.
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Ingredients
500g raw peanuts
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
2 teaspoons cocoa drink powder
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 cup water
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
2 teaspoons cocoa drink powder
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 cup water
Where to find ingredients
Raw peanuts and pantry staples like sugar and cocoa powder are available at local markets and supermarkets in the baking and snacks aisles.
Preparation method
- Place the raw peanuts in a large microwave-safe glass bowl.
- Microwave on high for 3 minutes to lightly toast the peanuts.
- Add the sugar to the bowl.
- Add the cocoa drink powder.
- Stir in the baking powder.
- Pour in the water.
- Mix all the ingredients thoroughly until the peanuts are well coated.
- Microwave on high for a total of 9 to 12 minutes.
- Stop the microwave every 3 minutes to stir the mixture, ensuring the sugar syrup coats all the grains evenly.
Observations
These sweet peanuts are a classic snack that couldn't be simpler to prepare. The secret to success is strictly following the stirring intervals, which ensures the sugar caramelizes evenly across every single peanut.
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