FREEZE YOUR PEANUTS NOW!! (TAIWANESE PEANUT DESSERT SOUP RECIPE ☺️)

peanuts

🥗Healthier: almonds

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Sunflower seeds are more affordable and nut-free.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Evaporated milk is less expensive and reduces calories.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Brown sugar provides a similar sweetness at a lower cost.

sweet potato starch

🥗Healthier: arrowroot powder

💰Cheaper: cornstarch

Cornstarch is widely available and less expensive.

Soak peanuts in water overnight to soften.

Drain and rinse soaked peanuts.

Boil peanuts in fresh water over medium heat until tender, about 30-40 minutes.

Add ginger to the pot and simmer for 10 minutes to infuse flavor.

Stir in coconut milk and sugar, mixing well until dissolved.

In a separate bowl, mix sweet potato starch with a little water to create a slurry.

Add the starch slurry to the soup, stirring continuously until thickened, about 5 minutes.

Season with salt and vanilla extract, adjusting to taste.

Remove from heat and let cool slightly before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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