Anise Boiled Peanuts

• 2 cups raw peanuts, without shell
• 3 12 cups water
• 5 whole star anise
• 4 teaspoons szechwan pepper
• 4 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 inches piece fresh gingerroot (unpeeled, cut into 3 or 4 pieces)
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon hot pepper flakes (optional)

1. It is not necessary to remove the red skins from the peanuts.
2. Combine all ingredients in a saucepan and bring to a boil over high heat.
3. Reduce the heat and simmer uncovered for 1 hour 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until most of the liquid is absorbed.
4. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
5. Will keep for several days in the refrigerator.

peanuts, water, star anise, pepper, soy sauce, gingerroot, sesame oil, salt, hot pepper

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/anise-boiled-peanuts-406272 (may not work)