Instant Pot Boiled Peanuts

Salty, delicious boiled peanuts are seriously addictive! This recipe for Instant Pot Boiled Peanuts takes a classic Southern favorite and makes it easier than ever to make using your Instant Pot!

Have you ever tried boiled peanuts? If you haven’t, this is your chance! This authentic Southern favorite is a popular snack for many families. With one handful you’ll be addicted to the tasty flavor! I love to keep these on hand in my purse for when I am busy running around and need a quick snack. Portable and tasty, these Instant Pot Boiled Peanuts are delicious and a much healthier option than grabbing a bag of chips!

I love that this recipe is only five steps, low in carbs, and provides protein to keep you full. The fact that it uses my instant pot is an added bonus! Any time I get to make a recipe easier and faster than ever before using the Instant Pot is a good day. Even though they are in the Instant Pot for an hour the hands-on time is so minimal you won’t believe it. To make these peanuts you only need a pound of peanuts, some salt, taco seasoning, and water. With these easy to find ingredients and your instant pot, you can get started on this delicious recipe!

To make these mouthwatering Instant Pot Boiled Peanuts, you start by putting a pound of raw peanuts in the Instant Pot. Add enough water to cover the peanuts along with your salt and taco seasoning. I know, I know… you’re thinking, taco seasoning?! Just trust me on this one. It is delicious! (Of course, you can use other spices or omit the seasoning at all if you’d like).

Put a trivet on top of the peanuts and a bowl or plate on top to keep the peanuts from floating up.  On the picture below, I’m using my Instant Pot Pyrex Dish as a weight on top of peanuts.

Close the lid and turn the valve to a sealed position and press the “Pressure Cook” or “Manual” button. Set the time to one hour on High pressure. When your peanuts are done cooking, quick release the steam. After draining your peanuts, they are ready to serve!

How To Store Boiled Peanuts

You can store boiled peanuts either in the brine or drained.  They will keep in a refrigerator for up to 1 week.  You can also freeze them for up to 1 year.  If you freeze them, it makes more sense to freeze them without brine – this way you can take out as many as you need, while keeping the rest frozen.

If you are looking for a delicious snack recipe that also uses your instant pot, look no further than this delicious recipe. These peanuts are easy to prepare and so yummy. You’ll love these Instant Pot Boiled Peanuts as much as I do, I am sure of it! Salty, crunchy, and easy to make, this recipe is snack time perfection!

If you like Instant Pot boiled peanuts, you will also love these easy recipes:

Instant Pot Baked Apples – stuffed with cinnamon and raisins, these baked apples are mouthwatering!

Instant Pot Twice Baked Potatoes – made completely in the Instant Pot, no oven needed!

Instant Pot Collard Greens – another authentic Southern favorite cooked in the Instant Pot!

Instant Pot Sweet Potato Pie – it tastes amazing and the texture is perfect!

Instant Pot Cornbread – so golden, tender and fluffy!