Fistkieh /Sticky Peanut Bars
Description
A vegan snack with no added oil or hydrogenated fats. Fistkieh bars are simply made with raw, shelled toasted peanuts and sugar syrup that binds the nuts together.
Ingredients
- 5¼ cups unsalted peanuts shelled and toasted
- ⅓ cup water
- 2¼ cups sugar
- 4 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda
Instructions
- Grease a 35 × 27 cm (14 × 10.5-inch) baking sheet with cooking spray or lightly brush it with oil.
- In a large pot, combine the sugar, water, and lemon juice. Stir and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to very low and simmer uncovered for 10 minutes.
- Once the syrup reaches 245–250°F (118–121°C), or the firm-ball stage, remove the pot from the heat and immediately add the baking soda. Stir well. You will notice that the syrup foams up slightly.
- Add the peanuts and stir well to coat them evenly. Working quickly, transfer the mixture to the prepared baking sheet and spread it out evenly using a metal spatula.
- Allow the fistkieh to cool completely, then cut it into medium-sized squares. Enjoy!
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Notes
Storage: Fistkieh can survive up to a week when kept in suitable storage. But beware, humidity and moisture are its enemies, so keep it as airtight as possible.
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