Sizzled / Blistered Peanuts?

[austinandaxle]

I recently attended a wedding as a guest. At the wedding they had what people were refering to as sizzled or blistered peanuts. I believe they were jumbo virginia peanuts that were deep fried. Does anyone have a clue how to deep fry a virginia peanut so that it is extra extra crunchy? I believe the peanuts were first boiled then deep fried but I have had no success in duplicating the process.

[Kitchen Witch]

I don't know how much help this is but I've boiled walnuts - bring about 3 cups of water to a boil, add 2 c. walnuts, boil 1 minute, remove from heat, rinse under hot water and drain. toss with about 1/4 c. sugar. Heat oil about 1/2 inch deep in heavy pan and fry in batches - about 4 or 5 minutes or until golden.

[Kitchen Witch]

Peanuts: Blistered

2 cups raw peanuts
Boiling water to cover
Oil for frying


Put raw peanuts in a metal bowl or saucepan. Pour boiling water to cover by a good inch. Let set about half an hour. Drain for another half hour.

In large frying pan, pour oil 1 inch deep. Heat to high-medium-high. Fry about half the peanuts for 4-5 minutes or until lightly browned. Test for doneness. Repeat with remaining peanuts. Let dry on several thicknesses of paper towels.


Add salt to taste.