Boiled Peanuts

Jalapenos are the most popular chile peppers in the US. This is probably due to the availability and versatility of the chile. Jalapenos have a balanced combination of flavor and heat.

The demand for these have caused breeders to develop a broad range of varieties. You can now get jalapenos with various heat level and sizes. These can be used in salsas, stuffed, or eaten straight with cheeseburgers (my personal favorite).

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Ingredients:

1 1/2 pounds fresh green peanuts
2 tablespoons dark brown sugar
3 tablespoons Ono salt
1 teaspoon five spice powder
2 whole star anise
1/2 cup mirin
1 clove garlic, mashed
few slices jalapeño pepper
6 cups water

Instructions:

Thoroughly rinse any dirt off peanuts. Add all ingredients to a large pot and bring to boil. Turn down the heat to a simmer, cover, and cook for 45 minutes. Turn off heat and let the peanuts sit in the brine overnight. The next day, drain the peanuts and serve. Refrigerate any uneaten portion.

From foodjimoto.com