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Chili-lime peanuts

Recipe Information

Description:
Chili-lime peanuts is a delicious Latin American recipe usually served as a appetizer. It requires about 5 minutes of prep time and about 45 minutes of cooking time for a combined total time of 50 minutes. The overall cooking skill level is considered easy. This recipe will yield 48 servings if prepared as directed.
Servings 48
Preparation Time 5 Minutes
Cook Time 45 Minutes
Total Time 50 Minutes
Difficulty Easy
Main Ingredient Peanuts
Category Beans & Legumes; Nuts, Fats, & Oils
Meal Snack
Type Appetizer
Cuisine Latin American; Mexican
Cook Method Baking
Diet

Ingredients

  • 6 tablespoons lime juice

  • 6 tablespoons chili powder

  • 4 teaspoons salt

  • 1/2 to 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper

  • 6 cups unsalted cocktail peanuts

Directions

  • Position the oven racks in the upper and lower thirds of the oven. Preheat the oven to 250°F.

  • In a large bowl, mix the lime juice, chili powder, salt, and cayenne pepper. Add peanuts to seasoning mixture and toss to coat. Spread and even layer of peanuts across two large rimmed baking sheets.

  • Bake for 45 minutes or until dry, stirring every 15 minutes. Allow to cool and store in an airtight container.

  • Serving size: 2 tablespoons

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 110 cal

  • Total fat: 9g

  • Saturated fat: 1g

  • Monounsaturated fat: 5g

  • Cholesterol: 0mg

  • Sodium: 104mg

  • Carbohydrate: 5g

  • Fiber: 2g

  • Protein: 4g