Simple Way to Fry Perfect Peanuts Easily

Kapanlagi.com - Peanuts are a versatile staple, having become a mainstay in various traditional Indonesian dishes. From the appetizing pecel sauce to the tempting peanut sauce for satay, the presence of peanuts is inseparable from the culinary delights of the archipelago. To enhance their flavor and aroma, frying peanuts before processing is a very appropriate choice.

This frying process not only enhances the savory taste of the peanuts but also provides a crunchier and more delicious texture. According to chef and Instagram content creator @chefgungun_handayana, there are several simple tricks that can be applied to ensure that the fried peanuts are perfectly cooked without leaving a bitter taste. Here are the steps to pay attention to when frying peanuts, as summarized on Tuesday (29/10/2024).

1. Preparation of Oil

Before proceeding to the frying stage, make sure you prepare a sufficient amount of oil. Heat the oil until it reaches a temperature of 160 degrees Celsius; if you don't have a thermometer, simply drop a few peanuts into it. The sign that the oil is ready is the appearance of small bubbles around the peanuts.

With enough oil, the frying process will be more effective, ensuring that the peanuts are fully submerged and cook evenly, resulting in a crunchy texture that is appetizing. Remember, using too little oil can prevent the peanuts from being properly submerged, and the result may be less satisfying.

2. Frying Peanuts

Once the hot oil is ready, it's time to add the peanuts into the hot oil. Remember, the frying duration is very important; fry the peanuts for just two minutes to achieve perfect results. Frying for too long can cause the peanuts to burn and develop an undesirable bitter taste.

If there isn't enough oil to fully submerge the peanuts, you can gently stir them during the frying process, ensuring that each part of the peanuts receives even heat and avoids overcooking.

3. Draining Peanuts

After two minutes, lift the peanuts and drain them with a wide strainer so that the oil flows out well. Place the peanuts in a sufficiently large container to ensure they can cool and cook evenly, thus avoiding the risk of burning that could ruin the flavor.

In this way, you will get crispy and savory peanuts, because piling the peanuts in a tight space can cause some of them to overcook, disrupting the desired perfection of taste.

4. Storing Peanuts

One of the advantages of frying peanuts is their ability to last longer, making them a practical and delicious snack. When peanuts are fried perfectly, their moisture content decreases, thus reducing the chances of mold and bacteria appearing.

To keep the deliciousness and freshness of the peanuts intact, store them in an airtight container in a cool place. This way, you can enjoy every bite of the crispy and savory peanuts for longer without worrying about a decline in quality.

5. Netizen Responses

An interesting video uploaded by @chefgungun_handayana about the trick of frying peanuts has attracted the attention of over 81 thousand viewers and sparked various responses from netizens.

Many Instagram users also shared valuable tips, one of which comes from @hidayat_kin who suggests that when frying in large quantities, peanuts should be placed in a wide container to ensure they cook evenly. This shows that the way of storage also plays an important role in determining the quality of the fried product.

6. Questions and Answers About Fried Peanuts

7. Why is frying peanuts better than serving them raw?

Frying peanuts provides a crispy texture. Additionally, this technique is also effective in reducing moisture content that can cause peanuts to spoil quickly.

8. How long should peanuts be fried?

Peanuts should be fried for about two minutes to ensure they remain crunchy without the risk of burning.

9. Do peanuts need to be washed before frying?

According to @chefgungun_handayana, it turns out that there is no need to bother washing peanuts before frying them.

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