Peanuts

Peanuts are the seeds of a legume plant, though they are usually grouped with nuts in the kitchen. They are a familiar snack on their own and a versatile ingredient. They can be added to salads, stir-fries and rice dishes, ground into homemade peanut butter or sauce, chopped over desserts, or mixed into baked goods and trail mixes. In Lebanon, peanuts are often shared at gatherings alongside other nuts and seeds. At Dekenet Al Nes in Baaqline, in the Chouf, peanuts are sold by weight, so you can take just the amount you need. As a package-free grocery store, Dekenet Al Nes encourages customers to bring their own containers or bags and refill them in the shop, helping cut down on plastic and single-use packaging.