Brazilian recipe
Microwave Sugared Peanuts (Amendoim torrado doce de microondas)
A quick and effortless recipe for perfectly crunchy candied peanuts, made entirely in the microwave.
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Ingredients
500g raw peanuts
1 1/2 cups sugar
2 teaspoons cocoa powder
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 cup water
1 1/2 cups sugar
2 teaspoons cocoa powder
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 cup water
Where to find ingredients
Raw peanuts, sugar, cocoa powder, and baking powder can be found in the pantry or baking aisles of local supermarkets and general grocery stores in Kiribati.
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 cocoa powder.
- Add the baking powder.
- Pour in the water.
- Mix all the ingredients thoroughly until well combined.
- Microwave on high power for a total of 9 to 12 minutes.
- Stop the cooking process every 3 minutes to stir the mixture, ensuring the sugar syrup coats all the peanuts evenly.
Observations
These sugared peanuts are a classic snack and incredibly simple to prepare. The secret lies in pausing to stir the mixture periodically, which ensures the sugar caramelizes evenly and coats every single nut to perfection.
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