Diwali is a season when nuts such as almonds, cashews, and peanuts are heaped in your home. Roasting nuts is a great way to make them useful. Let’s find out why roasted nuts are better than raw nuts and how to roast them.
Eating nuts raw are delicious, there is no doubt. These nuts are great for snacking and can be used as an alternative to processed wafers or biscuits. Nuts are extremely nutritious and rich in fiber, good fats and protein. However, roasted nuts offer additional benefits.
Upasana Sharma is a Max Hospital Clinical Nutritionist. She says that nuts are often roasted in order to increase their flavor, aroma, and crispy texture. She adds that raw nuts and roasted both are good for your health but should be consumed in moderation as they are high in calories.
There are some health benefits to roasted nuts
This nutrition expert gives some reasons why nuts roasted in a roaster may be healthier for your health.
1. Roasted nuts lower the risk of contamination
Any food item can be heated, including nuts. This kills any dirt or germs and makes it more safe to eat. Roasting nuts eliminates all possibility of miscreants.
2. Roasting makes it easier to digest the nuts
It is easier to digest and break down cooked food than raw. Roasted nuts are better for your digestion than the raw ones.
3. It improves the texture and taste of nuts
The aroma of nuts is enhanced by roasting. Roasting nuts enhances their flavour and makes them crispier, crunchier.
Roasting nuts adds to their flavor and enhances their taste!
Here are some tips for roasting nuts
Step 1
Heat a large, flat pan. The nuts should be spread evenly in the pan. Don’t stack them together as they won’t roast well. Nuts have their own oil that comes to the surface when they are roasted so there is no need to add oil.
Step 2
After the pan has heated, roast the nuts for approximately 15 minutes over a low heat. Roasting nuts like peanuts, walnuts, and pistachios will take between 6-8 minutes and 15 minutes for almonds.
Step 3
You must stir the nuts at least 30 seconds each. Otherwise they will not roast evenly and may even burn their edges.
Step 4
When the nuts have become crispy, take the pan off the heat and place them in a bowl. They will continue to roast if they are left in the hot pan.
Step 5
After the nuts cool down, you can sprinkle some white salt or pepper on top to make them more flavorful. Then store them in an airtight container for later snacking!
To preserve their nutrition, nuts must be roasted at low temperatures.
To preserve the nutritional value of nuts, roasting should be done at a low temperature. To make your nuts healthier, avoid salt whenever possible.
