Thai Lime Leaf Soy Nuts

Name: Thai Lime Leaf Soy Nuts
Cuisine: Thai
Ingredients: Dried whole red chiles, 4, preferably árbol or Thai Sea salt, for sprinkling; Dried whole red chiles, 4, preferably árbol or Thai Sea salt, for sprinkling; Dried whole red chiles, 4, preferably árbol or Thai Sea salt, for sprinkling; Kaffir lime leaves, 10; Canola oil, 2 tablespoons; Dried soybeans, 2 cups (12 oz/375 g)

Preparation info

Makes about 2½ cups ; serves
4–6

Difficulty
Easy

Appears in

Better From Scratch

By Ivy Manning

Published 2014

About

This crispy snack was inspired by a trip to thailand, where I was drawn to the incredible aromas of a vendor frying peanuts, chiles, and kaffir lime leaves. This recipe is endlessly adaptable: soy nuts, cashews, and almonds all taste great with this zesty treatment.

Ingredients

Dried soybeans, 2 cups (12 oz/375 g)
Canola oil, <

Asia
Thailand
Snack
Vegan
Gluten-free
South East Asia

Method

Place the soybeans in a large bowl and add cold water to cover by 3 inches (7.5 cm). Let soak overnight. Drain the beans, rinse well, and pat them dry with paper towels.