Spicy Chipotle Peanuts Recipe

• Difficulty: Easy
• Yield: 1 1/2 cups
• Nutritional Facts Per Serving (1 of 6): Calories 225, Total Fat 19 g, Saturated Fat 2 g, Carbs 9 g, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 3 g, Protein 10 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Sodium 124 mg
• Total Time: 45 minutes (including cooling)
• Active Prep Time: 10 minutes

Ingredients

Vegetable oil, for the pan

1 tablespoon egg white

Finely grated zest from 1 lime

2 teaspoons sugar

1 teaspoon chipotle chili powder

1/4 teaspoon ground coriander, rounded

1/4 teaspoon garlic powder, rounded

Kosher salt

1 1/2 cups lightly salted, dry-roasted peanuts

2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350F and line a rimmed baking sheet with foil. Lightly brush with vegetable oil for easy release and perfect crunch.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk the egg white, lime zest, sugar, chipotle chili powder, coriander, garlic powder, and 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt with 1 tablespoon oil until frothy. Toss in the peanuts, ensuring every nut gets coated in this zesty, spicy magic.
3. Spread the peanuts evenly on the sheet and bake for 15 minutes, until dry and beautifully golden. Cool completely, then stir in fresh chopped cilantro for a burst of herbaceous brightness that elevates this snack to irresistible party status.

These chipotle-lime peanuts are your new go-to for addictive, crunchy blissspicy, tangy, and ready to wow at any gathering!