Deep Fried Peanuts Recipes

Steps:

• 1.In a heavy pot, heat lard and peanut oil to 350 degrees. 2.Submerge peanuts in oil until crispy (about 5 minutes). 3.Drain well and toss with 2 tablespoons of spice blend. 4.Serve warm.

Steps:

• Cut the tofu in 1- 1/2 inch square pieces.
• Set aside.
• Make a paste (with such small quantities, a mortar and pestle are probably the easiest method) of the garlic, coriander, 3 seeded chili peppers, and salt.
• Add the vinegar and mix.
• Dissolve the 1/4 cup sugar in 1/4 cup hot water and add it to the paste along with the 1/4 cup of chopped peanuts.
• Mix well (the food processor helps here) and put it in a serving bowl.
• Sprinkle with coriander leaves and red pepper flakes.
• Put the 2 cup of peanut oil in a wok or frying pan over medium-high heat.
• Deep-fry the tofu in hot (360 degrees Fahrenheit) oil for 5 minutes, until a light gold.
• Drain on paper towels.
• Place the tofu on a serving plate and the bowl of peanut sauce next to it.
• Use the peanut sauce as a dip.
• Serve either hot or at room temperature.

Steps:

• Place 2 layers of paper towels on a plate, set tofu block on top, and cover with 2 more paper towels and a heavy pan or metal press and let sit 30 minutes to remove excess water from tofu.
• Soak dried chilies in hot water to soften. Remove seeds and chop chilies.
• Cut the tofu into cubes 1″ X 1″ X 1 1/2". Set aside.
• Make a paste of the garlic, cilantro root, chili peppers and salt. Add the vinegar and mix.
• Dissolve the sugar in the hot water and add it to the paste along with the peanuts. Sprinkle with cilantro leaves & red pepper flakes.
• Put the oil in a wok and heat until hot.
• Deep-fry the tofu for 5 minutes until it becomes light brown. Drain on paper towels.
• Place tofu on a serving plate with the peanut sauce and some toothpicks next to it. Use the sauce as a dip. Serve either hot or at room temperature.

Steps:

• Put at least 1 inch of oil in a deep, fairly narrow saucepan and turn the heat to medium-high. When the oil reaches 300°F (this is on the cool side for frying; be careful not to overheat), add the peanuts and cook, stirring occasionally, until they are a rich golden brown, about 5 minutes.
• Remove the peanuts with a slotted spoon, drain on paper towels, and sprinkle with salt. Strain and save the oil (covered and refrigerated) for another use; it will be great for using in stir-fries. Serve at room temperature.
• Cook the peanuts with 6 unpeeled garlic cloves and 4 small dried red chiles. Drain and season with salt and fresh lime juice to taste.
• Combine 1 teaspoon curry powder (pages 592-593), 1/2 teaspoon superfine sugar, and salt and cayenne to taste. Cook the peanuts as directed and sprinkle on the spice mixture. Taste and adjust the seasoning.
• Combine 1 teaspoon garam masala (page 594) with salt and cayenne to taste. Cook the peanuts as directed and sprinkle on the spice mixture. Taste and adjust the seasoning.

Steps:

• In a medium saucepan over medium-low heat, combine the strawberries, granulated sugar, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Cook until the berries have started to break down into a thick sauce, 10-15 minutes.
• Heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil in a cast iron skillet or deep pan over medium-high heat until the temperature reaches 350°F (180°C). To test the oil temperature, add a couple drops of pancake batter; if it sizzles immediately, the oil is hot enough.
• Spread the peanut butter over 2 slices of bread. Spread the jelly over the remaining 2 slices of bread. Sandwich the peanut butter and jelly halves together.
• Coat each sandwich in the pancake batter. Carefully place in the hot oil and fry for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown. Transfer to a paper-towel lined plate to drain.
• Cut the sandwiches in half on the diagonal. Place on a plate, pour the strawberry syrup on top, and dust with powdered sugar.
• Enjoy!