Kashata Za Njugu | Tanzanian Peanut Brittle
Kashata is a delicate balance of sweet and savory, with crunchy peanuts enrobed in a luscious sugar syrup infused with aromatic cardamom and vanilla. It comes in different shapes and sizes, and each bite is a symphony of flavors and textures that’ll elevate your taste buds to great heights and leave you wanting more.
Equipment
Knife
Chopping board
Medium-sized saucepan
8×8 inch Baking dish
Parchment paper
Spatula
Ingredients
- 2 cups roasted peanuts
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- salt to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
Instructions
- Roughly chop the roasted peanuts into small pieces and set them aside.
- In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the sugar and water, and bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Stir occasionally until the sugar dissolves, then stop stirring.
- Cook the syrup for 8-10 minutes until it caramelizes i.e turns a light amber color and becomes thick and somewhat sticky.
- Stir in the vanilla extract, salt, and ground cardamom.
- Add the chopped peanuts to the saucepan and stir until they become evenly coated with the sugar syrup.
- Line an 8×8 inch baking dish with pre-greased parchment paper and pour the Kashata mixture into it. Use a spatula to smooth out the mixture and press it down firmly.
- Allow the Kashata to cool for at least 2 hours or until it has hardened.
- Once it cools, cut it into small squares or diamonds using a sharp knife or cutter.
- Serve and enjoy your delicious homemade Kashata with a cup of milk, coffee, or juice!
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Notes
You can store your Kashata in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 45kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 67g