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Mexican Chili-Lime Peanuts

Here's how you make Mexican Chili-Lime Peanuts
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  • Servings: 8
  • Prep: 5m
  • Cook: 45m
    • The following recipe serves 8 people.

Ingredients

The ingredients are:
  • 3 tablespoons lime juice
  • 3 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons kosher salt (omit if using salted peanuts)
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (or more, to taste)
  • 3 cups peanuts, unsalted (cocktail)
We recommend you get your ingredients ready before you start cooking. Once you're ready, here are the steps to making this delicious recipe

How to Make

  • Step 1: Preheat to 250°F and position the rack in center of the oven. Line a large rimmed baking tray with parchment paper.

  • Step 2: Whisk the lime juice, chili powder, sugar, salt (if using) and cayenne in a large bowl. Add peanuts, then toss well to coat. Spread the peanuts in an even layer on the prepared baking tray and place in the oven.

  • Step 3: Stir every 10 minutes, until peanuts are dry, about 30-35 minutes. Let cool completely.

  • Step 4: Store in an airtight container.

We hope you enjoy this recipe!

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