Wasabi PeanutsWasabi peanuts are crunchy coated peanuts with a hot, sharp wasabi flavour, eaten mainly as a snack. The heat hits the nose first, like Japanese horseradish, and then fades quickly.This is a different kind of heat from chilli. It tingles in the nose and does not burn on the tongue for long. That makes wasabi peanuts easy to keep nibbling.What Wasabi Peanuts Taste LikeWasabi peanuts have a crisp outer coating and a firm peanut inside. The coating is savoury, slightly salty and sharp. The peanut underneath adds a nutty, mellow note that softens the heat.The first few can surprise you. After that, most people find the kick fun rather than fierce.Ways to Use Wasabi PeanutsWasabi peanuts work well as a snack on their own, but they also add crunch and heat to simple dishes. Serve in a small bowl with drinks, or on a party table Mix with rice crackers and other Japanese-style snacks Crush and sprinkle over a noodle salad or cold soba Scatter over a rice bowl, stir-fry or cucumber salad Add a spoonful on top of avocado on toast Put a few out on a cheeseboard beside mild, creamy cheese Tips for Cooking and ServingCrush wasabi peanuts with a rolling pin for a quick, spicy topping. Put them in a freezer bag and tap them gently, so you get chunky pieces rather than dust.Add them at the end of cooking. Heat and steam will soften the coating and dull the sharp flavour. Cooling foods like cucumber, avocado, plain rice and yoghurt dips balance the heat nicely.Wasabi Peanuts FAQAre wasabi peanuts very hot?Wasabi peanuts have a sharp heat, but it is short-lived. It is felt mostly in the nose and sinuses and fades within moments, unlike chilli heat, which can build and linger.Do wasabi peanuts contain real wasabi?Not always. Many wasabi-flavoured snacks use a horseradish-based seasoning. Check the ingredients list on this page for the exact recipe.Are wasabi peanuts suitable for someone with a peanut allergy?No. Wasabi peanuts are peanuts, so they are not suitable for anyone with a peanut allergy. Check the allergen information on this page before buying.Add wasabi peanuts to your basket for your next snack bowl or noodle salad.
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