Five-spice Peanuts (Chinese New Year)

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Peanuts are a symbol of longevity in Chinese culture. Feel free to vary the basic recipe by experimenting with different combinations of spices.

Time to Prepare this Recipe 18 minutes Prep: 10 minutes Cook: 8 minutes
Calories Per Serving and Nutrition Information 32 calories per serving view nutrition facts
Recipe Submitted By happyzhangbo
# of servings this recipe makes 8 servings suggest servings
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Ingredients

2 cups peanuts, unsalted without skins
2 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup brown sugar
1 tablespoon corn syrup, light
1/2 teaspoon chinese five spice powder

Directions

Line a baking sheet with foil or wax paper, or spray with non-stick cooking spray.

In a small heavy saucepan, melt the butter, brown sugar and corn syrup over medium heat to dissolve the sugar.

Stir in the five-spice powder.

Bring to a boil. Let boil for several minutes without stirring.

When it reaches the "soft ball" stage remove from the heat.

Stir in the peanuts.

Spread the mixture out on the sheet.

Let stand until it has hardened.

Break into pieces.

Store in a sealed cannister.

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Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 6g
Amount per Serving
Calories 32 80% of calories from fat
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 3.0g4%
 Saturated Fat 2.0g9%
 Trans Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 8mg3%
Sodium 22mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 2.0g1%
 Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
 Sugars 1.0g
Protein 0.0g0%
Vitamin A 2%  Vitamin C 0%
Calcium 0%  Iron 0%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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