Can peanuts still be eaten if they are fried and burnt

Peanuts that are fried and burnt are generally not recommended for consumption. Fried peanuts may produce harmful substances that affect their taste and nutritional value, and may even be detrimental to health. Fried peanuts often appear burnt black or have a distinct bitterness due to high temperatures causing oil oxidation and Maillard reactions between proteins and sugars. These reactions may produce potentially harmful substances such as acrylamide, and long-term intake may increase health risks. Fried peanuts also have significantly reduced nutritional value, and heat sensitive nutrients such as vitamin E are easily destroyed. The protein structure may undergo denaturation, affecting digestion and absorption. From a food safety perspective, although lightly fried peanuts may not immediately cause poisoning, it is recommended to avoid consumption. If peanuts only have a slight discoloration and no obvious bitterness, they can be tried in small quantities, but once they turn black or have a strange smell, they should be discarded. Fried peanuts not only have a worse taste, but may also irritate the gastrointestinal mucosa, leading to indigestion or discomfort. For people with weak digestive function, such as the elderly, children, or patients with gastrointestinal diseases, it is even more important to avoid eating fried peanuts to prevent symptoms such as bloating and abdominal pain.

When cooking peanuts in daily life, it is recommended to control the oil temperature to avoid being too high, use medium and low heat to fry slowly, and constantly flip them to make them evenly heated. Fried peanuts should be removed and drained of oil as soon as possible to prevent burning caused by continued heating due to residual temperature. When storing peanuts, choose a cool and dry place to avoid mold growth caused by damp environments. If peanuts are found to have a rancid or moldy taste, they should not be consumed even if they are not fried. Maintaining food safety and balanced nutrition, choosing fresh and high-quality ingredients can promote health.