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Trini Style Pepper Nuts

Cultural Context

Trini Style Pepper Nuts are a beloved snack in Trinidad and Tobago, often enjoyed during festive occasions and gatherings. These spiced nuts reflect the vibrant flavors of Caribbean cuisine, combining heat from pepper sauce with the crunch of mixed nuts. They are a popular choice for parties and game days, showcasing the local love for bold flavors and communal eating. Today, variations exist globally, with many adapting the spice levels to suit personal preferences.

TrinidadianTTsnack
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
2 cups white roasted peanuts
2 tablespoons soybean oil
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon minced scotch bonnet pepper
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/4 cup freshly chopped shadow benny
1 teaspoon sea salt

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

mixed nuts

🥗Healthier: raw nuts

💰Cheaper: peanuts

Raw nuts reduce added oils and calories.

pepper sauce

🥗Healthier: homemade hot sauce

💰Cheaper: sriracha

Homemade hot sauce can be made with simple ingredients.

honey

🥗Healthier: agave syrup

💰Cheaper: sugar

Sugar is a common sweetener that is less expensive.

1

Heat soybean oil in a hot cast-iron pan.

2

Add minced garlic to the oil and infuse it with the garlic flavor.

3

Add minced scotch bonnet pepper, removing the seeds if desired, to the oil and garlic.

4

Stir to combine and continue infusing the oil.

5

Add smoked paprika for color and extra spice.

6

Pour in the white roasted peanuts and toss to coat them with the infused oil.

7

Add freshly chopped shadow benny to the peanuts and mix well.

8

Sprinkle sea salt over the mixture and combine thoroughly.

Cooking Techniques

mixingbaking

Equipment Needed

mixing bowlbaking sheetspatula

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️

Dietary

dairy-freeegg-freegluten-free

Allergens

nuts

Also Known As

Pepper NutsTrinidad Pepper Nuts

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