Anise Boiled Peanuts

Name: Anise Boiled Peanuts
Ingredients: 2 cups raw peanuts, without shell; 3 12 cups water; 5 whole star anise; 4 teaspoons szechwan pepper; 4 tablespoons soy sauce; 2 inches piece fresh gingerroot (unpeeled, cut into 3 or 4 pieces); 1 teaspoon sesame oil; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon hot pepper flakes (optional)

9 ingredients

5 steps

Ingredients

2 cups raw peanuts, without shell
3 12 cups water
5 whole star anise
4 teaspoons szechwan pepper
4 tablespoons soy sauce
2 inches piece fresh gingerroot (unpeeled, cut into 3 or 4 pieces)
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon hot pepper flakes (optional)

Directions

1

It is not necessary to remove the red skins from the peanuts.
2

Combine all ingredients in a saucepan and bring to a boil over high heat.
3

Reduce the heat and simmer uncovered for 1 hour 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until most of the liquid is absorbed.
4

Refrigerate until ready to serve.
5

Will keep for several days in the refrigerator.