Hello there! It's me, Mae!
I hope you all are doing well. After the rich flavor of Pinakbet with Coconut Milk, I’m back with the third entry in my cooking series—a space where I share meals and snacks close to my heart. This will capture those everyday moments where food becomes more than just food — it becomes love served on a plate. Whether it’s quick n' easy recipes, traditional dishes, or something experimental. I hope to bring you into our home, one dish at a time.
As the eldest in our household, I naturally took on the role of kitchen second-in-command beside my mom. Over time, I’ve grown to love the art of cooking, not just for feeding the family, but for how it brings us together.
On a not-so-hot afternoon, I suddenly felt like making some snacks. My lola had given us two plastic bags of dried peanuts during her visit. She already sun-dried them after harvest so they’d last longer—classic lola move!
Since we had a lot, I thought, why not make something sweet out of it? So I sat down and started peeling the peanuts by hand—yes, manually! It took a bit of time, but I actually enjoyed it. It reminded me of those slow, quiet moments in past where everything feels simple. All I wanted was a sweet, crunchy snack to share with the fam, and sugar-coated peanuts sounded just right.
So here’s to our third kitchen series recipe: Sugar-Coated Peanuts (Mani na may Asukal). It’s one of those simple Filipino snacks that never go out of style—sweet, crunchy, and perfect for merienda or just something to munch on during slow afternoons.
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Ingredients and Preparations:
400 grams of raw peanuts
1 cup of white sugar
1 cup of water
Step 1: In a pan over medium heat, toast the peanuts. Stir them continuously until they start to shed their skin and you smell that nutty aroma. You can also lightly rub them with a clean cloth afterward if you want to remove more of the skin.
Step 2: Once toasted, add the sugar and water to the pan with the peanuts. Stir well and let it boil.
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Step 3: Keep stirring occasionally as the water reduces and the sugar thickens. Eventually, the mixture will start to crystallize and coat the peanuts.
Step 4: Keep mixing until the peanuts are dry, fully coated with sugar, and a bit golden. Turn off the heat and let them cool down before serving.
And it’s done! 😍
A sweet and crunchy Sugar-Coated Peanut snack—perfect for merienda, movie time, or just something to nibble on while chatting with family. Because we’re Filipino, snacks are never just snacks... they’re part of our everyday bonding moments.
That’s what this series is all about—simple dishes and snacks that speak to the heart. Next time, I’ll share another favorite from my kitchen. But for now, try making these Sugar-Coated Peanuts. Trust me, your kitchen will smell like sweet comfort—and your hands might get sticky, but it’s worth it.😄
What’s your go-to merienda/snack at home? Let me know in the comments!🍽️
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Hoping to see you all again! Bye bye!❤️