Delicatessen from Uruguay - Garrapiñada at Hostels.com.uy

sugar

🥗Healthier: stevia

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Stevia reduces calories while maintaining sweetness.

almonds

🥗Healthier: walnuts

💰Cheaper: peanuts

Walnuts are a healthier fat option, while peanuts are more economical.

Toast the peanuts in the oven until golden brown.

In a pot, combine 2 cups of water and 1 cup of sugar.

Stir the mixture with a wooden spoon for about 5 to 8 minutes.

Add the toasted peanuts to the pot.

Continue stirring for about 8 to 10 minutes.

Add 2 tablespoons of vanilla to the mixture.

Keep stirring patiently for about 15 to 20 minutes until the garrapiñada is done.

Let the garrapiñada cool before tasting.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

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