Boiled Peanuts (Hawaii)
2 pounds raw peanuts
2 tablespoons Hawaiian rock salt
1 whole bhat gok (star anise)
Soak peanuts in water overnight, weighing down the peanuts with a dish and a weight, like a large can of pork and beans.
The next day, wash and rub peanuts until the water is clear.
Put peanuts in a pot with water about 1 1/2 inches above the peanuts. (Hold peanuts down with your hand.) Add salt and bhat gok.
Cover and bring to a boil.
Simmer for 30 minutes.
Taste for doneness.
Peanut should be medium to soft, depending on the taster.
Cook 30 minutes longer for a softer peanut.
Let peanuts stand in water for 1 hour.
Pour off excess water.
Package and refrigerate.
Boiled peanuts may be frozen until ready to use or eaten right away.
