Brazilian recipe
Microwave Sugared Peanuts (Amendoim torrado doce de microondas)
A convenient and quick way to make classic sweet peanuts, achieving a perfectly crunchy texture entirely in the microwave.
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Ingredients
500g raw peanuts
1 1/2 cups sugar
2 teaspoons chocolate drink powder
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 cup water
1 1/2 cups 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 at local markets (masoko) or grocery stores in urban centers like Dar es Salaam or Arusha. Look for raw, unsalted peanuts in the grains or snack aisles.
Preparation method
- Place the raw peanuts into a glass bowl suitable for microwave use.
- Microwave on high power for 3 minutes to lightly toast the peanuts.
- Add the sugar to the bowl.
- Add the chocolate drink powder.
- Stir in the baking powder.
- Pour in the water.
- Mix all ingredients together very thoroughly in the bowl.
- Microwave on high power for a total of 9 to 12 minutes.
- Pause the cooking process every 3 minutes to stir the mixture, ensuring the sugar coats all the peanuts evenly.
Observations
These sweet peanuts are a classic snack and incredibly straightforward to prepare. The secret is to consistently follow the stirring intervals, which ensures the sugar caramelizes evenly across every single peanut.
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