Best 9 Sweet And Spicy Peanuts Recipes

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When it comes to snacking, it's hard to beat the classic combination of sweet and spicy. And when it comes to sweet and spicy snacks, nothing quite hits the spot like peanuts. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy snack to munch on or a more substantial appetizer to serve at your next party, sweet and spicy peanuts are always a winner. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a batch of these delicious treats that will have everyone asking for more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SWEET & SPICY PEANUTS



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With a caramel-like coating and a touch of heat from the hot sauce, these crunchy peanuts make a tasty anytime snack. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Snacks

Time 1h40m

Yield 4 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 cups salted peanuts
1/2 cup sugar
1/3 cup packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons hot water
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1 tablespoon Sriracha chili sauce or hot pepper sauce
1 teaspoon chili powder

Steps:

  • Place peanuts in a greased 1-1/2-qt. slow cooker. In a small bowl, combine the sugars, water, butter, chili sauce and chili powder. Pour over peanuts. Cover and cook on high for 1-1/2 hours, stirring once., Spread on waxed paper to cool. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 284 calories, Fat 20g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 214mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 10g protein.

SWEET-AND-SPICY PECANS



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Provided by Food Network

Time 1h20m

Yield 4 cups nuts

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 large egg white
2 cups unsalted pecan halves
2 cups unsalted roasted cashews
1/2 cup sugar
1 tablespoon ground cumin
3/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Kosher salt

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 250 degrees F. Beat the egg white with 1 tablespoon water in a large bowl until foamy. Add the nuts, sugar, cumin, cayenne, cinnamon and 1/2 teaspoon salt and mix well. Spread the mixture on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake until the nuts are mostly dry but still slightly sticky, about 40 minutes.
  • Remove the nuts from the oven and stir. Reduce the temperature to 200 degrees F. Return the nuts to the oven and bake until crisp, about 30 more minutes. Stir to loosen the nuts from the baking sheet; cool completely on the sheet.

SWEET, SALTY, SPICY PARTY NUTS



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I find this technique much easier than the stovetop pan method. You'll get beautiful, perfectly frosted nuts that are roasted evenly, with no bitter burned spots.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Snacks     Party Mix Recipes

Time 27m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 12

Cooking spray
1 cup untoasted walnut halves
1 cup untoasted pecan halves
1 cup unsalted, dry roasted almonds
1 cup unsalted, dry roasted cashews
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon ground cumin
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
½ cup white sugar
¼ cup water
1 tablespoon butter

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and lightly coat with cooking spray.
  • Combine walnut halves, pecan halves, almonds, and cashews in a large bowl. Add salt, black pepper, cumin, and cayenne pepper; toss to coat.
  • Heat sugar, water, and butter in a small saucepan over medium heat until the butter is melted. Cook for 1 minute and remove from heat. Slowly pour butter mixture over the bowl of nuts and stir to coat.
  • Transfer nuts to the prepared baking sheet and spread into a single layer.
  • Bake nuts in the preheated oven for 10 minutes. Stir nuts until the warm syrup coats every nut. Spread into a single layer, return to the oven, and bake until nuts are sticky and roasted, about 6 minutes. Allow to cool before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 219 calories, Carbohydrate 12.7 g, Cholesterol 1.9 mg, Fat 18.1 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 4.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.4 g, Sodium 205.7 mg, Sugar 7.5 g

HOT AND SPICY PEANUTS



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Wow! These peanuts are addicting! They are easy to make and would be great for a party. Make sure to drain very well after cooking or they will be greasy. The recipe comes from the Betty Crocker Christmas cookbook.

Provided by Lvs2Cook

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 10m

Yield 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 teaspoons vegetable oil
2 cups unsalted peanuts
2 teaspoons chili powder
1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper (cayenne)
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt, use more if you like

Steps:

  • In a skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Stir in the peanuts, chili powder, and red pepper.
  • Cook and stir for 2 minutes or until peanuts are warm. Drain well on paper towels.
  • Sprinkle garlic salt over peanuts and toss to combine. Cool completely.
  • May be stored in a tightly covered container at room temperature.

SWEET AND SPICY PEANUT NOODLES



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Provided by Marge Perry

Categories     Ginger     Side     Low Fat     Vegetarian     Kid-Friendly     Low Cal     Dinner     Lunch     Potluck     Noodle     Peanut Butter     Self     Kidney Friendly     Vegan     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Tree Nut Free     Kosher     Small Plates

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 teaspoon sesame oil
1 garlic clove, finely chopped
2 teaspoons finely chopped ginger
1/4 cup natural chunky peanut butter
2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1/2 teaspoon Asian chile paste (or to taste)
6 ounces cooked linguine
1/3 cup sliced scallions

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, heat oil over medium heat. Add garlic and ginger; cook, stirring, until just soft, 1 minute. Add 3 tablespoons water, peanut butter, soy sauce, hoisin, sugar, vinegar and chile paste; cook, stirring often, until sauce is thick, about 4 minutes. Toss in noodles and scallions; serve at room temperature.

SWEET AND SPICY NUTS



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The first time I made this I had a small tub of raw nuts in my cabinet and didn't know what to do with them. My mom gave me the recipe, and after I made it I couldn't stop eating them. I am not a nut person, but I am totally addicted to these coated nuts. They're perfect for parties and festive occasions!

Provided by veggigoddess

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Snacks     Party Mix Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups mixed nuts
1 ½ tablespoons white sugar
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon curry powder
1 pinch ground cloves
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C).
  • Place the nuts on a large baking pan and bake in the preheated oven 10 to 12 minutes, taking care they do not burn. Remove from heat and let cool approximately 5 minutes.
  • In a small bowl, mix the white sugar, brown sugar, salt, pepper, cumin, curry powder, cloves and cinnamon.
  • In a large saucepan over medium heat, place the nuts and approximately 1/2 the sugar mixture. When the mixture begins to melt, mix in the remaining mixture. Shake the pan until all the nuts are coated, about 5 minutes. Use a spoon to separate nuts that stick together. Remove from heat and cool on a lightly greased baking sheet or wax paper. Separate the nuts to prevent sticking.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 114 calories, Carbohydrate 7.5 g, Fat 8.9 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 260.7 mg, Sugar 3.6 g

SWEET AND SPICY CAJUN ROASTED PEANUTS



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Drop-in guests are the best, but it's nice to have something on hand to serve with a drink. These dressed up peanuts go perfectly with beer or cocktails. More great recipes can be found online at www.peanutbureau.ca.

Provided by Mary Jenny

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 25m

Yield 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 egg white
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
3/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
3/4 teaspoon garlic powder
2 cups unsalted peanuts

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a medium bowl, whisk egg white until frothy. Then whisk in sugar and seasonings (if you only have garlic salt, add only 1/4 tsp (1 mL) salt) until blended. Add peanuts and stir to coat.
  • Spread peanuts out on prepared baking sheet. Roast in preheated oven, stirring a couple of times until nuts are golden brown and mixture is barely sticky, 20 to 25 minutes. Taste, adding a little more salt if needed. Cool completely, breaking up nuts as they cool. Store in an airtight container for a couple of weeks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 997.3, Fat 81, SaturatedFat 13.1, Sodium 916.5, Carbohydrate 58.5, Fiber 8.3, Sugar 25.2, Protein 24.4

SWEET AND SPICY PEANUTS



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If watching baseball makes you crave peanuts, try this spiced up snack. I love how quick and easy it is to put together. And it's always fun to see your guests reaching for more. -Brenda Caughell, Durham, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Snacks

Time 15m

Yield 2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/4 cup sugar
4-1/2 teaspoons water
1/2 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 cups dry roasted peanuts

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, combine the first six ingredients. Cook and stir over medium heat until mixture comes to a boil. Cook and stir for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat; gradually stir in peanuts. Stir for 1 minute. Pour onto waxed paper; cool. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts :

SWEET-AND-SPICY NUTS



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 1h

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Grind 1/2 teaspoon each caraway and coriander seeds in a spice grinder. Whisk 2 egg whites to soft peaks; fold in the spices, 2 teaspoons kosher salt, 6 chopped dried arbol chiles, 1/3 cup sugar, 1/4 teaspoon orange zest, 3 cups mixed nuts and 3 tablespoons diced butter. Spread on a baking sheet; bake at 325 degrees F, stirring occasionally, 45 to 50 minutes. Let cool. Crumble the chiles for extra heat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 229, Fat 19 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Cholesterol 8 milligrams, Sodium 213 milligrams, Carbohydrate 11 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 7 grams, Sugar 7 grams

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality peanuts for the best flavor.
  • If you don't have a dehydrator, you can roast the peanuts in a preheated oven at 350°F for 15-20 minutes, or until they are golden brown and fragrant.
  • Be sure to stir the peanuts frequently while roasting, so that they brown evenly.
  • Once the peanuts are roasted, let them cool completely before coating them with the sweet and spicy mixture.
  • If you want a sweeter peanut, add more honey or brown sugar to the mixture.
  • If you want a spicier peanut, add more cayenne pepper or chili powder to the mixture.
  • Store the finished peanuts in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.

Conclusion:

Sweet and spicy peanuts are a delicious and easy-to-make snack that is perfect for any occasion. They are also a great gift for friends and family. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a tasty treat that is sure to please everyone. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy snack, give sweet and spicy peanuts a try. You won't be disappointed!

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