By Grocery List Plus Editorial Staff | Published on June 14, 2026
Serves 8
399 cal · 370 min
Maryland Style Boiled Peanuts with Old Bay
Recipe GLPRe7b870be85204c
Fresh green peanuts simmered in a zesty broth seasoned with Old Bay spice blend, kosher salt, and a kick of hot sauce. This classic Maryland snack is tender, flavorful, and perfect for sharing. The long cooking time allows the flavors to penetrate the shells and soften the nuts to a creamy texture.
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Ingredients
1 pound large green peanuts (unshelled)
1/4 cup kosher salt
3/4 cup Old Bay seasoning
3 tablespoons Tabasco sauce
3 quarts water
Directions
Rinse the green peanuts thoroughly under cool running water and drain well.
Pour the water into a large pot and bring to a boil over high heat.
Add the kosher salt, Old Bay seasoning, and Tabasco sauce to the boiling water, stirring until the salt dissolves completely.
Carefully add the drained green peanuts to the seasoned broth and return to a boil.
Reduce heat to medium and maintain a gentle simmer, partially covered, for 4 to 6 hours, depending on the size of the peanuts. They are done when the kernel is very soft and tender.
Once cooked, remove from heat and let the peanuts cool in the broth for 30 minutes to absorb more flavor.
Drain the peanuts in a colander, reserving some broth if desired. Serve warm or at room temperature as a snack.
Comments
Green peanuts and Old Bay are both findable at Harris Teeter or Kroger in Charlotte, though you may need to call ahead during off-season; kosher salt, Tabasco, and water are pantry staples everywhere. The five-ingredient base costs roughly $8–$10 total and yields eight servings, so under $1.25 per bowl. The stated 370 minutes (6 hours) is honest for the simmering time, though it requires minimal active work—mostly hands-off cooking on the stovetop. This is a classic North Carolina-meets-Chesapeake low-fuss snack that reheats beautifully and suits a crowd or grazing over several days, making it ideal for weekend prep or a casual gathering.
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