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Pressure Cooker Margarita Cocktail Boiled Peanuts

Published on September 19, 2016. Last updated August 14, 2021 · 5 Comments · As an Amazon Associate and member of other affiliate programs I earn from qualifying purchases; see all disclosures.

Margarita Cocktail Boiled Peanuts
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Kids are invited to this Cocktail Party. Pressure Cooker Margarita Cocktail Boiled Peanuts are Salty & Sweet with a juicy Lime Flavor.

Pressure Cooker Margarita Cocktail Boiled Peanuts

Pressure Cooker Margarita Cocktail Boiled Peanuts

Here’s a crazy idea. Pressure Cooker Margarita Cocktail Boiled Peanuts. I had a hankering for Boiled Peanuts tonight and was thinking, maybe Cajun or Barbecue.  I asked my husband which flavor he preferred or did he have something else in mind.

He said, I don’t know, what about Lime. Lime, really? I already had the peanuts in the Pressure Cooker with a bunch of Sea Salt when it hit me. Sweet & Salty Lime, Margarita! That’s it. Pressure Cooker Margarita Cocktail Boiled Peanuts were born.

 

Cast of Ingredients for Pressure Cooker Margarita Cocktail Boiled Peanuts

Cast of Ingredients for Pressure Cooker Margarita Cocktail Boiled Peanuts

Making Pressure Cooker Margarita Cocktail Boiled Peanuts in an Pressure Cooker, takes a fraction of the time it takes to make them on the stove or in a slow cooker.

 

A sieve with boiled peanuts being rinsed with water

Rinse the raw peanuts well and remove any twigs or anything that is not a peanut.

This RSVP Stainless Steel Basket fits nicely inside all brands of electric Pressure Cookers and does double duty as a strainer and a steamer basket.

 

Add, Salt, Sugar and Lots and Lots of Lime Juice

Add, Salt, Sugar and Lots and Lots of Lime Juice

Add some sea salt boiled peanuts, sugar and True Lime Crystalized Citrus. Alternatively, you can squeeze in 10 or so Fresh Limes, or add a carton of Limeade. Do whatever makes your comfortable. I used the True Lime Crystalized Citrus because I wanted an intense Lime taste.

If you want something more traditional, try my Pressure Cooker Southern Style Boiled Peanuts and dream of the South. I’m from Miami, which is South, but not actually considered the “South.”

I did live in Charleston for a while, so, I do know my peanuts. Plus, driving across Florida on Alligator Alley, you run into a lot of Boiled Peanut Stands.

 

Fill the Pressure Cooker with Water

Fill the Pressure Cooker with Water

Fill the Pressure Cooker up to cover the peanuts completely. They will float.

 

Place a Trivet, Plate or Something with Weight

Place a Trivet, Plate or Something with Weight

To keep the peanuts immersed in water, place a plate or trivet on the peanuts to hold them down.

 

Pressure Cooker Margarita Cocktail Boiled Peanuts

I like to leave the peanuts in the cooking water, so they stay warm and then remove what I want with a Bamboo Strainer. If you want to spice things up, try my Asian Style Chinese Boiled Peanuts.

Kitchen Equipment and Essentials

  • Instant Pot DUO 6 Quart
  • Amco Advanced Performance 18/10 Stainless Steel Measuring Spoons
  • Simply Gourmet (Dry) Stainless Steel Measuring Cups
  • Alton Brown Salt Box
  • Salbree Steamer Basket
  • Stainless Steel Steaming Steamer Rack
  • Raw Peanuts in Shell
  • True Lime
  • Bamboo Strainer

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Pressure Cooker Margarita Cocktail Boiled Peanuts

Pressure Cooker Margarita Cocktail Boiled Peanuts

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Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: Southern
Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour hour 10 minutes minutes
Pressure Release: 30 minutes minutes
Total Time: 1 hour hour 15 minutes minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 494kcal
Author: Jill Selkowitz

Ingredients

  • 1 pound Jumbo Raw Peanuts
  • 1/2 cup Sea Salt
  • 1/2 cup White Sugar
  • 2 Tablespoons True Lime 10 Freshly Squeezed Limes or Frozen or Fresh Limeade
  • Water to cover Peanuts

Instructions

  • Rinse peanuts under cool water and remove any twigs, roots, whatever doesn't belong.

Pressure Cooker

  • Add peanuts, salt, sugar and True Lime to your Pressure Cooker cooking pot and cover with water. Place a plate or trivet on top to hold down the peanuts.
  • Lock on lid and close Pressure Valve.  Cook on High Pressure for 60-80 minutes.  When Beep is heard, wait until all pressure is released naturally and then let sit 30 minutes.

Slow Cooker

  • Add peanuts, salt, sugar and True Lime to your slow cooker cooking pot and cover with water. Cook on HIGH for 10 hours.

Stove Top

  • In large stock pot, add peanuts, salt and water and bring to boil. Cover and set heat to low. Simmer for 3.5 hours, or until desired tenderness.

Notes

Depending on your preference, the Pressure Cook time will vary. The average is 60-80 minutes. Start with 60 and then go from there. I like 65 minutes and my husband prefers 75 minutes for a softer Boiled Peanut.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Pressure Cooker Margarita Cocktail Boiled Peanuts
Amount Per Serving (0 g)
Calories 494 Calories from Fat 243
% Daily Value*
Fat 27g42%
Saturated Fat 3g19%
Cholesterol 0mg0%
Sodium 7073mg308%
Potassium 399mg11%
Carbohydrates 21g7%
Fiber 4g17%
Sugar 14g16%
Protein 14g28%
Vitamin C 0.4mg0%
Calcium 4mg0%
Iron 0.1mg1%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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September 19, 2016

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  1. Connie says

    August 1, 2020 at 7:48 pm

    5 stars
    Has anyone made this with Lime essential oil. I use EO’s that are approved for internal use. I’m thinking 1 drop of EO would be equal to 1 lime???
    Any ideas?

    Reply
  2. Jess says

    February 27, 2020 at 6:37 am

    Could a sugar substitute work? And if yes, what would you recommend? I think some substitutes do not handle heat well. But that’s just what I’ve read in blogs. Thank you.

    Reply
    • Jill Selkowitz says

      April 13, 2020 at 3:40 pm

      Yes, whichever you like would be fine. Jill

      Reply
  3. Erica reed says

    June 30, 2018 at 1:28 pm

    Have you ever tried putting them in the air fryer after boiling make them crunchier/roasted?

    Reply
    • Jill says

      July 1, 2018 at 11:09 pm

      No, the point of boiled peanuts is soft peanuts. Jill

      Reply

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