Chinese-style Boiled Peanuts

Background: If you’re looking for a great party snack that is simple and delicious to make, you should definitely consider boiled peanuts! You’ll have to find a place that sells “green” peanuts, however. No, this isn’t the color, but refers to them being fresh or raw.

Ingredients:

• 1 pound of green peanuts
• 1/4 cup of kosher salt
• 5 pieces of star anise
• 2 Tsps of 5-spice powder
• 4 cups of water

Cooking Instructions:

1. Soak the peanuts in cold water for about 15 minutes and then scrub to make sure that the dirt is washed away.
2. Add peanuts, salt, star anise, 5-spice powder, and water into a pot and stir while reaching boiling point.
3. Simmer for 2~3 hours.
4. Drain water and serve chilled or at room temperature.