[header] How to salt peanuts [title] Rinse the peanuts. [step] Fresh, raw peanuts actually grow underground, so they often have dirt and other residue on their shells. Before salting 2 pounds (907 g) of peanuts, place them in a colander and run them under cool water. 
Toss the nuts gently to ensure that they're all rinsed well. [substeps] Even if the peanuts look clean, you should still rinse them.