Ginger Peanut Brittle

Ginger Peanut Brittle

This recipe is a classic sweet, salty, and spicy flavor combo.  The ginger adds a nice hum of heat to this traditionally sweet peanut brittle.  Make sure to peel the ginger before grating as the peel can impart a bitter flavor.

Ingredients:

• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 3 tablespoons freshly grated ginger
• 1.5 cups peanuts, unsalted and unroasted
• ½ cup light agave nectar
• Pinch of salt
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Directions:

1. Melt butter in pot.  Saute ginger for 1 to 2 minutes or until fragrant.  Add peanuts and sauté for another minute over medium low heat.
2. Stir in agave and half cup water with a pinch of salt. Stir to combine.  Cover over low heat and take off heat when candy thermometer registers 300 degrees Fahrenheit.  (Make sure to monitor heat and keep at least half covered so sugars in nectar do not burn.)
3. Put on parchment paper, silicone baking mat, or any lightly greased surface and let cool until brittle hardens completely.  Break into smaller pieces and enjoy!