Plum-Stewed Peanuts
Tender peanuts slowly simmered with sweet-tart preserved plums until deeply flavorful. This comforting Chinese snack balances natural nuttiness with the tangy sweetness of aged plums.
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These tender peanuts make an irresistible snack or side dish. The preserved plums melt into the cooking liquid, creating a sweet-sour glaze that clings to each peanut. Perfect served warm or at room temperature.
Ingredients
raw peanuts in shells
300g
preserved plums (huaimei)
8-10 pieces
rock sugar
3 tablespoons
water
500ml
Instructions
1
Prepare the peanuts
Rinse the peanuts thoroughly under cold running water. Pick out any debris or damaged nuts. Set aside.
2
Combine all ingredients
Add the washed peanuts, preserved plums, rock sugar, and water to a heavy-bottomed pot. Stir gently to distribute the sugar evenly.
3
Simmer until tender
Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to low. Cover and let simmer for about 40-45 minutes, stirring occasionally, until peanuts are soft and the liquid has reduced to a glossy syrup.
4
Rest and serve
Remove from heat and let stand for 10 minutes. Serve warm or spread on a plate to cool to room temperature. The flavors continue to develop as it sits.
