Health Benefits, Nutrients per Serving, How to Use, and More

Written by WebMD Editorial Contributors

Reviewed by Poonam Sachdev

on November 27, 2022.

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In this Article

• Health Benefits
• Nutrition
• How to Use Peanuts

from the WebMD Ingredients Guide

Serving Size 0.25 Cup (36.5 g)

Calories 214

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 18 g

23%

Saturated Fat 3 g

15%

Trans Fat 0 g

Cholesterol 0 mg

0%

Sodium 2 mg

0%

Potassium 0 mg

0%

Total Carbohydrate 8 g

3%

Dietary Fiber 3 g

11%

Sugar 2 g

Protein 9 g

18%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

• Vitamin C 0%
• Iron 6%
• Vitamin B6 0%
• Magnesium 0%
• Calcium 2%
• Vitamin D 0%
• Cobalamin 0%
• Vitamin A 0%

Surprisingly, peanuts are not actually in the nut family. They are classified as legumes along with foods like green peas, soybeans, and lentils. The peanut plant likely originated in South America in Brazil or Peru. Scientists have found 3,500-year-old pottery in the shape of peanuts, as well as decorated with peanuts, in South America.

Peanuts grow below ground as the fruit of the peanut plant. In the early 1800s, Americans started growing peanuts as a commercial crop. On average, Americans eat more than 6 pounds of peanuts per year. Today, 50% of the peanuts eaten in the United States are consumed in the form of peanut butter.

Many people believe the peanut is not as nutritionally valuable as true nuts like almonds, walnuts, or cashews. But actually, peanuts have many of the same health benefits as the more expensive nuts and should not be overlooked as a nutritious food.

Heart Health

Much attention has been paid to walnuts and almonds as “heart-healthy” foods, given their high content of unsaturated fats. But research suggests that peanuts are every bit as good for heart health as more expensive nuts.

Peanuts help prevent heart disease by lowering cholesterol levels. They can also stop small blood clots from forming and reduce your risk of having a heart attack or stroke.

Weight Loss

Foods with a lot of protein can help you feel full with fewer calories. And among nuts, peanuts are second only to almonds when it comes to protein count. Studies have shown that people who include a moderate amount of peanuts in their diet will not gain weight from peanuts. In fact, peanuts could help them lose weight.

Longer Life Span

Eating peanuts might help you live longer too. A large-scale study found that people who regularly ate any kind of nuts (including peanuts) were less likely to die of any cause than were people who rarely ate nuts.

Because the study was observational, it cannot prove that peanuts were exactly what caused the lower death rates, but they are definitely associated with them.

Lower Diabetes Risk

Peanuts are a low-glycemic food, which means that eating them won’t cause a spike in your blood sugar levels. Studies have shown that eating peanuts can lower the risk of type 2 diabetes in women.

Reduce Inflammation

Peanuts are a good source of fiber, which helps reduce inflammation throughout your body as well as aids your digestive system.

Cancer Prevention

Research has demonstrated that for older people, eating peanut butter may help lower the risk of developing a certain type of stomach cancer called gastric non cardia adenocarcinoma.

Peanuts are rich in protein, fat, and fiber. While peanuts may have a large amount of fat, most of the fats they contain are known as “good fats.” These kinds of fats actually help lower your cholesterol levels.

Peanuts are also an excellent source of:

• Magnesium
• Folate
• Vitamin E
• Copper
• Arginine 

Nutrients per Serving

A ¼ cup serving of raw peanuts contains:

• Calories: 207
• Protein: 9 grams
• Fat: 18 grams
• Carbohydrates: 6 grams
• Protein: 9 grams
• Fiber: 3 grams
• Sugar: 1 gram

Things to Watch Out For

While peanuts are healthy foods, not everyone can enjoy them. An allergy to peanuts is the most common food allergy in the United States, causing the majority of all food-allergy-related deaths.

A mild peanut allergy shows symptoms like itchy hives, nausea, or swelling of the face. However, a severe peanut allergy can cause a life-threatening reaction known as anaphylaxis. Symptoms of anaphylaxis include trouble breathing; a change in alertness; nausea; vomiting; seizure; chest pain; swelling of the tongue, face, or lips; extreme drowsiness; and feeling dizzy, confused, or light-headed.

It’s important to talk to a doctor if you experience any uncomfortable feelings while eating peanuts.

Peanuts can be eaten raw, blanched, roasted, boiled, fried, powdered, or made into peanut butter. Eating them with their thin, papery skin is most nutritionally beneficial, as the skin contains the many antioxidants and phytochemicals. Adding more peanuts to your diet is easy enough to do, whether with peanuts or peanut butter.

Here are some ways to use peanuts in a variety of dishes:

● Bake peanuts into cookies or pies.  

● Make a peanut butter and banana sandwich.

● Add peanut butter to hummus.

● Top your yogurt with peanuts.

● Toss peanuts in a salad.

● Add peanuts to your stir fry or noodles dish.

● Mix peanuts into a trail mix.

● Dip spring rolls into Thai peanut sauce.

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Nutrition Facts and Health Benefits

Peanuts provide protein, vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. They may have other health benefits, including promoting fullness and helping protect against heart disease.

Peanuts (Arachis hypogaea) are a legume that originated in South America.

They go by a variety of names, such as groundnuts, earthnuts, and goobers.

Despite their name, peanuts are unrelated to tree nuts. As a legume, they’re related to beans, lentils, and soy.

In the United States, peanuts are rarely eaten raw. Instead, they are most often consumed roasted or as peanut butter.

Other peanut products include peanut oil, flour, and protein. These goods are used in a variety of foods, such as desserts, cakes, confectionery, snacks, and sauces.

Peanuts are rich in protein, fat, and various healthy nutrients. Studies show that peanuts may even be useful for weight loss and are linked to a reduced risk of heart disease.

This article tells you everything you need to know about peanuts.

Here are the nutrition facts for 3.5 ounces (100 grams) of raw peanuts:

• Calories: 567
• Water: 7%
• Protein: 25. 8 grams
• Carbs: 16.1 grams
• Sugar: 4.7 grams
• Fiber: 8.5 grams
• Fat: 49.2 grams
  • Saturated: 6.28 grams
  • Monounsaturated: 24.43 grams
  • Polyunsaturated: 15.56 grams
  • Omega-3: 0 grams
  • Omega-6: 15.56 grams
  • Trans: 0 grams

SUMMARY

Peanuts are packed with healthy fats and high-quality protein. They’re also fairly high in calories.

Peanuts are high in fat.

In fact, they are classified as oilseeds. A large proportion of the world’s peanut harvest is used for making peanut oil (arachis oil).

The fat content ranges from 44–56% and mainly consists of mono- and polyunsaturated fat, most of which is made up of oleic and linoleic acids (1, 2, 3, 4, 5).

SUMMARY

Peanuts are high in fat, consisting mostly of mono- and polyunsaturated fatty acids. They are often used to make peanut oil.

Peanuts are a good source of protein.

The protein content ranges from 22–30% of its total calories, making peanuts a great source of plant-based protein (1, 3, 4).

The most abundant proteins in peanuts, arachin and conarachin, can be severely allergenic to some people, causing life-threatening reactions (5).

SUMMARY

For a plant food, peanuts are an exceptionally good source of protein. Keep in mind that some people are allergic to peanut protein.

Peanuts are low in carbs.

In fact, the carb content is only about 13–16% of the total weight (4, 6).

Being low in carbs and high in protein, fat, and fiber, peanuts have a very low glycemic index (GI), which is a measure of how quickly carbs enter your bloodstream after a meal (7).

This makes them suitable for people with diabetes.

SUMMARY

Peanuts are low in carbs. This makes them a good dietary choice for people with diabetes.

Peanuts are an excellent source of various vitamins and minerals, including (6):

• Biotin. Peanuts are one of the richest dietary sources of biotin, which is important during pregnancy (8, 9).
• Copper. A dietary trace mineral, copper is often low in the Western diet. Deficiency may have adverse effects on heart health (10).
• Niacin. Also known as vitamin B3, niacin has various important functions in your body. It has been linked to a reduced risk of heart disease (11).
• Folate. Also known as vitamin B9 or folic acid, folate has many essential functions and is especially important during pregnancy (12).
• Manganese. A trace element, manganese is found in drinking water and most foods.
• Vitamin E. A powerful antioxidant, this vitamin is often found in high amounts in fatty foods.
• Thiamine. One of the B vitamins, thiamine is also known as vitamin B1. It helps your body’s cells convert carbs into energy and is essential for the function of your heart, muscles, and nervous system.
• Phosphorus. Peanuts are a good source of phosphorus, a mineral that plays an essential role in the growth and maintenance of body tissues.
• Magnesium. An essential dietary mineral with various important functions, sufficient magnesium intake is believed to protect against heart disease (13).

SUMMARY

Peanuts are an excellent source of many vitamins and minerals. These include biotin, copper, niacin, folate, manganese, vitamin E, thiamine, phosphorus, and magnesium.

Peanuts contain various bioactive plant compounds and antioxidants.

In fact, they’re as rich in antioxidants as many fruits (14).

Most of the antioxidants are located in peanut skin, which is eaten only when peanuts are raw (15).

That said, peanut kernels still include:

• p-Coumaric acid. This polyphenol is one of the main antioxidants in peanuts (14, 16).
• Resveratrol. A powerful antioxidant that may reduce your risk of cancer and heart disease, resveratrol is most notably found in red wine (17).
• Isoflavones. A class of antioxidant polyphenols, isoflavones are associated with a variety of health effects (18).
• Phytic acid. Found in plant seeds, including nuts, phytic acid may impair the absorption of iron and zinc from peanuts and other foods eaten at the same time (19).
• Phytosterols. Peanut oil contains considerable amounts of phytosterols, which impair the absorption of cholesterol from your digestive tract (16, 20).

SUMMARY

Peanuts contain various plant compounds. These include antioxidants, such as coumaric acid and resveratrol, as well as antinutrients like phytic acid.

Peanuts have been widely studied with regard to weight maintenance.

Despite being high in fat and calories, peanuts do not appear to contribute to weight gain (21).

In fact, observational studies have shown that peanut consumption may help maintain a healthy weight and reduce your risk of obesity (22, 23, 24, 25).

These studies are all observational, which means that they cannot prove causation.

However, one small, 6-month study in healthy women suggested that when other sources of fat in a low-fat diet were replaced with peanuts, they lost 6.6 pounds (3 kg) despite being told to maintain their initial weight (26).

Another study found that when 3 ounces (89 grams) of peanuts were added to the daily diet of healthy adults for 8 weeks, they did not gain as much weight as expected (27).

Various factors make peanuts a weight-loss-friendly food:

• They reduce food intake by promoting fullness to a greater extent than other common snacks, such as rice cakes (27, 28).
• Because of how filling peanuts are, people appear to compensate for increased peanut consumption by eating less of other foods (27).
• When whole peanuts are not chewed well enough, a portion of them may pass through your digestive system without being absorbed (27, 29).
• The high content of protein and monounsaturated fat in peanuts may increase calorie burning (29, 30).
• Peanuts are a source of insoluble dietary fiber, which is linked to a reduced risk of weight gain (31, 32).

SUMMARY

Peanuts are very filling and can be considered an effective component of a weight loss diet.

In addition to being a weight-loss-friendly food, peanuts are associated with several other health benefits.

Heart health

Heart disease is one of the leading causes of death worldwide.

Observational studies indicate that eating peanuts, as well as other types of nuts, may protect against heart disease (25, 33, 34).

These benefits are likely the result of various factors (35, 36, 37).

Notably, peanuts contain a number of heart-healthy nutrients. These include magnesium, niacin, copper, oleic acid, and multiple antioxidants, such as resveratrol (10, 11, 13, 17).

Gallstone prevention

Gallstones affect approximately 10–25% of adults in the United States (38).

Two observational studies suggest that frequent peanut consumption may cut the risk of gallstones in both men and women (38, 39).

As most gallstones are largely composed of cholesterol, the cholesterol-lowering effect of peanuts may be the cause (40).

Further studies are needed to confirm these findings.

SUMMARY

As a source of many heart-healthy nutrients, peanuts may help prevent heart disease. What’s more, they may cut your risk of gallstones.

Aside from allergies, eating peanuts has not been linked to many adverse effects.

Still, there are some health concerns to consider.

Aflatoxin poisoning

Peanuts can sometimes be contaminated with a species of mold (Aspergillus flavus) that produces aflatoxin.

The main symptoms of aflatoxin poisoning include loss of appetite and yellow discoloration of the eyes (jaundice), which are typical signs of liver problems.

Serious aflatoxin poisoning can lead to liver failure and liver cancer (41).

The risk of aflatoxin contamination depends on how peanuts are stored. The risk increases with warm and humid conditions, especially in the tropics.

Aflatoxin contamination can be effectively prevented by properly drying peanuts after harvesting and keeping temperature and humidity low during storage (41).

Antinutrients

Peanuts contain a number of antinutrients, which are substances that impair your absorption of nutrients and reduce nutritional value.

Of the antinutrients in peanuts, phytic acid is particularly noteworthy.

Phytic acid (phytate) is found in all edible seeds, nuts, grains, and legumes. In peanuts, it ranges from 0.2–4.5% (42).

Phytic acid reduces the availability of iron and zinc in peanuts, lowering their nutritional value slightly (19).

This is usually not a concern in well-balanced diets and among those who eat meat regularly. Nonetheless, it may be a problem in developing countries where the main food sources are grains or legumes.

Peanut allergy

Peanuts are one of the most common food allergens.

Allergy to peanuts is estimated to affect approximately 1% of Americans (43).

Peanut allergies are potentially life-threatening, and peanuts are sometimes considered the most severe allergen (44).

People with this allergy should avoid all peanuts and peanut products.

SUMMARY

There are several downsides to peanuts, including potential aflatoxin contamination, phytic acid content, and severe allergic reactions.

Peanuts are as popular as they are healthy.

They’re an excellent plant-based source of protein and high in various vitamins, minerals, and plant compounds.

They can be useful as a part of a weight loss diet and may reduce your risk of both heart disease and gallstones.

However, being high in fat, this legume is a high-calorie food and should not be eaten in excess.

Which peanut is healthier: roasted or raw?

Peanuts are one of those snacks that we have been enjoying for decades. These days, peanuts come in a wide variety of flavors and can be enjoyed in endless ways. But the question is, how useful is it?

We all know that nuts have endless benefits and are rich in nutrients. They are a source of vitamins, minerals and healthy fats and are rich in protein. Some are superior in nutritional value to others, and peanuts are definitely one of them!

Content

• Peanuts – “nutritious power plant”
• 40 grams of peanuts a day will protect your health
• Raw or roasted peanuts – which is healthier?
  • Raw Peanut Benefits
  • Raw peanut deficiencies
  • Roasted Peanut Benefits
  • Roasted peanut deficiencies
• Which is healthier: roasted or raw peanuts?

Peanuts – “nutritious power plant”

Peanuts are rich in nutrients. While some people believe that peanuts are unhealthy, they really aren’t! It is an excellent source of healthy fats, proteins and fiber. It also contains vitamins and minerals such as vitamin B, potassium and magnesium.

The combination of healthy fats, proteins and fiber provides nutritional benefits and keeps you feeling full longer. This is great if you are looking for a healthy alternative to chips or other unhealthy snacks.

40 grams of peanuts a day will protect your health

Have you ever wondered what will happen if you eat peanuts every day? Will it be good for you? Well, if you’re a peanut lover like us, we have good news – eating peanuts every day is good for your health.

Scientific evidence suggests that eating 42 grams of peanuts per day may reduce the risk of heart disease. If you eat it daily, you get protein, vitamins, minerals, and more.

Peanuts have more protein than any nut, contain over 30 essential vitamins and minerals, and are an excellent source of fiber and healthy fats.

Peanuts Help Protect Our Cardiovascular System

Raw or roasted peanuts – which is healthier?

When it comes to raw and roasted peanuts, both options have their pros and cons.

Raw Peanut Benefits

• They retain more natural nutrients such as antioxidants and vitamin E
• They contain fewer calories and less fat per gram
• They have less sodium
• They contain fewer harmful free radicals

Raw peanut deficiencies

• They have less flavor, aroma and crunch
• They contain natural compounds that reduce their absorption, potentially causing bloating and indigestion

Benefits of Roasted Peanuts

• They have improved flavor and aroma
• They are easier to digest
• No risk of exposure to harmful bacteria such as Salmonella and E. coli

Roasted peanuts disadvantages

• They are high in sodium
• Roasting increases the fat content of the product

Raw peanuts have a less intense flavor than roasted peanuts.

Which is healthier: roasted or raw peanuts?

There is no definite answer to this question. As long as you eat peanuts in moderation, both types can form part of a healthy, balanced diet.

So, to answer the question, are peanuts good for you – yes, definitely! Continue to include it in your daily diet and enjoy its delicious taste.

how peanuts affect the body

Peanut
many consider it a nut, but the fruits of this plant are representatives
legume crops. Peanuts are native to South America. They brought him to Europe
Spanish conquerors, and then this product quickly gained popularity during
many countries. In the people, this culture is sometimes called “earthen
nut”, since peanuts have many of the same qualities as almonds
and pistachios.

CBJU peanuts

Food
value (per 100 g of product):

Calories
– 551 Kcal

Proteins
– 26.3 g

Fats
– 45. 2 g

Carbohydrates
-9.9 g

Peanuts
has a high fat content (74%), it also contains almost 20% proteins. Thanks to
Therefore, peanuts are a very nutritious food. But there are no carbohydrates in it
a little (about 6%), and cholesterol is completely absent in it.

More
this product is rich in vitamins and minerals:

Monounsaturated
fats – 19.3 g

Polyunsaturated
fats – 15.2 g

Omega-6
(fatty acids) – 15 g

Vitamin
B1 (thiamine) – 0.74 mg

Vitamin
B2 (riboflavin) – 0.11 mg

Vitamin
B4 (choline) – 52.5 mg

Vitamin
B5 (pantothenic acid) – 1.77 mg

Vitamin
B6 (pyridoxine) – 0.35 mg

Vitamin
B9 (folic acid) – 240 mcg

Vitamin
C (ascorbic acid) – 5.3 mg

Vitamin
E (alpha tocopherol) – 10.1 mg

Vitamin
H (biotin) – 17.5 mcg

Vitamin
K (phylloquinone) – 2.5 mcg

Vitamin
PP (nicotinic acid) – 18.9 mg

Potassium
– 658 mg

Calcium
– 76 mg

Magnesium
– 182 mg

Manganese
– 1. 93 mg

Copper
– 1144 mcg

Phosphorus
– 350 mg

Selenium
– 7.2 mcg

Iron
– 5 mg

Zinc
– 3.27 mg

Thanks
high content of nutrients in its composition, peanuts have a beneficial effect
on the human body.

Flavonoids,
contained in peanuts, improve blood flow in the brain by 30%
percent, which significantly reduces the risk of stroke.

More
Peanuts are rich in phytosterols, which block the absorption of cholesterol from
diet, due to which the use of this product reduces the risk
occurrence of gallstones. In addition, phytosterols reduce growth
various types of cancer such as lung, stomach, ovarian, prostate,
colon and breast.

Also
due to its chemical composition, peanuts have a beneficial effect on the functioning of the heart
and vessels. People who use this product 5 times a week are less likely to
diabetes, heart disease and cancer.

Folic
the acid contained in peanuts promotes cell renewal. A big
the amount of antioxidants that make up this culture protects cells
body from harmful free radicals.

B
The composition of peanuts includes another very important for the body and useful
amino acid arginine. It participates in the formation of nitric oxide, which
dilates blood vessels and consequently lowers blood pressure. way peanut
is one of the best products in the treatment diet for hypertension.

Very
it is important to understand how much peanuts you can eat per day so as not to harm your
body.

Nutritionists
recommend that an adult consume no more than 25-30 grams of peanuts per day
(15-20 nuts). This product can be eaten not only in its pure form, but also
add to desserts, salads and other dishes.

Children
up to 12 years, it is recommended to eat no more than 20 grams per day (up to 10 nuts).
Exceeding the dosage can provoke the accumulation of the allergen and the development
intolerance.

Contraindications
for eating peanuts

Kernels
This plant, when used, can bring not only benefits, but also harm.
Peanuts are among the eight most common food allergens. Approximately
1 percent of the entire population of our planet suffers from intolerance to this
product. Caused allergic reactions can occur with serious
complications up to death.

Peanuts
should not be used by people with high blood clotting. Peanut
makes the blood thick, thereby increasing the risk of thrombosis or
stroke.

Earthy
walnut is undesirable for those who suffer from diseases of the gastrointestinal tract,
as well as arthritis, arthrosis and other joint diseases. In addition, peanut
contraindicated in people with diagnoses: varicose veins, aneurysm, varicose veins.

Peanuts
contains phytic acid, which can impair the absorption of beneficial
trace elements: phosphorus, calcium, magnesium, iron, zinc. In order to
reduce the amount of phytin in peanuts, you must first soak the nuts
overnight, and after frying, be sure to remove the peel from them.

Recommended
limit the use of peanuts to people suffering from puffiness. Peanut
contains a lot of fat in its composition and can worsen the problem.

Peanuts
should not be offered to children under three years of age. When used, they even have very
high-quality nuts are highly likely to develop allergies. In addition, due to
imperfections of the enzyme system in young children can happen
indigestion, accompanied by general intoxication of the body.

Some
lots of peanuts can be contaminated with aflatoxin, a dangerous toxic
the substance that mold produces. Severe aflatoxin poisoning
leads to liver failure. The occurrence of mold on fruit
occur during improper storage (for example, if peanuts are stored for a long time
stored in a warehouse in polyethylene or at high humidity).

Benefits of peanuts
for women

Peanut
some properties are inherent, especially useful for the female body.

Calcium
and phosphorus, which are part of the peanut, help strengthen teeth,
hair and nails.

Thanks
antioxidants found in peanuts (selenium, vitamin E, zinc,
ascorbic acid, some amino acids, magnesium), significantly reduced
the risk of developing breast cancer. In addition, women regularly
peanut eaters are rarely victims of benign
neoplasms.

Except
In addition, the fats that make up peanuts help stabilize the hormonal
woman background. Also, vitamin E and phytoestrogens contained in peanuts,
improve the functioning of the reproductive organs and sex glands.

B
peanuts also contain the amino acid tryptophan, from which
serotonin (or in other words, the “hormone of joy”). Based on this,
women who include peanuts in their diet are less prone to stress and
depression.

Important
note that peanuts are an excellent product for maintaining female harmony.
It helps to speed up metabolism, as well as cleanse the body of toxins and
toxins.

Benefits of peanuts
for men

A lot
useful properties contains peanuts, which are especially important for male
organism.

B
First of all, the use of peanuts has a positive effect on potency. Availability
zinc and vitamins, which are part of the peanut, improve the work
prostate gland, which contributes to the production of sex hormones.

Due to
its high calorie content, peanuts are very useful for athletes and for men,
subjected to frequent physical activity. And part of the peanut
amino acid – methionine – helps to strengthen and gain muscle mass.

Contents
important B vitamins (thiamin, biotin and riboflavin) in this legume
reduces the likelihood of hair loss, which is more common among representatives
strong sex.

Benefits and harms
peanuts for children

Despite
that peanuts contain many useful vitamins and minerals, peanuts
recommend introducing into the children’s diet from the age of 3 (at an earlier age,
the likelihood of developing an allergy).

Peanuts
contains amino acids – very important substances necessary for
full development of the child (amino acids are involved in the formation of proteins,
necessary for body growth and weight gain).

Vitamin
E, contained in the peanut, regulates the energy metabolism in the muscles, and
also promotes the absorption of nutrients.

Also
This culture contains many useful minerals (iron, calcium, copper,
zinc, phosphorus), which are especially important for a full-fledged growing organism.

Can I have peanuts
losing weight?

Despite
due to its high calorie and fat content, peanuts do not belong to
foods that cause obesity. Moreover, its use in moderate
quantities will prevent the accumulation of extra pounds. Peanut improves
metabolism. If you eat it every day for 4-5 months, then you can speed up
metabolism by 10 percent.

Kernels
peanuts are rich in proteins, thanks to which its use quickly eliminates
feelings of hunger and allows you to moderate your appetite. Also insoluble dietary fiber
as a part of a peanut promotes gradual natural weight loss.

How to choose
peanut?

Peanuts
available in shops and markets all year round. It is sold in shell
raw or fried, peeled and unpeeled, as well as with various
flavoring additives (salt, caramel, spices). Before purchasing
it is very important to make sure the quality of the product.

If
If you plan to store peanuts for a long time, it is recommended to buy them in
shell (the product in this case will be reliably protected from bacteria and
parasites).

At
When buying in-shell peanuts, try shaking the nut. The loud sound emitted
when shaking, it means that the fruit inside is old and overdried. good quality
peanuts will make a duller sound.

If
you get peanuts without shell, pay attention to the appearance of nuts.
Don’t choose peanuts that have dark spots. Fruit discoloration may be
a sign of improper storage of the product, as a result of which it could
mold will form. Also, there should be no cracks on the shell or the nuts themselves.
or signs of insect damage, and peanuts should not have any
foreign odors.

At
When buying peanuts by weight, it is important to pay attention to the quality of the bulk.
Take a closer look at the peanuts for excess quarrel and dust.

If
you buy peanuts in a closed package, it is better to give preference to the one
through which the product itself is visible. There should be no signs of condensation inside, and
also dust and excess husks.

Nuts
from one bag or package should be similar in color, size
and form. If the fruits look different, it means that the seller has mixed
different fruits.

Preference
it is best to give unflavored peanuts, because. not allowed at the time of purchase.
be sure of the quality of the composition. The best solution is to make the desired
supplement on your own at home.

How to
store peanuts?

Front
long-term storage, you should carefully sort out the peanuts and remove the spoiled
fruit.

Hold
peanuts should be in an airtight container, preferably glass or ceramic. Not
it is recommended to store the culture in plastic containers or polyethylene
packages. This may result in an unpleasant taste or odor as
the product can absorb the chemical component of polystyrene.

Maximum
shelf life of peanuts in shell – 1 year, peeled – six months. For a long
storage nuts can be placed in the refrigerator or freezer.

Important
understand that roasted, crushed, or flavored peanuts
not subject to long-term storage.

Fried or
raw peanuts?

Peanuts
can be consumed raw, but after heat treatment, its taste
improves significantly. In addition, in its raw form, it is not a source
useful substances for the body. Roasting this product activates
antioxidants and eliminates aflatoxin. It is important to remember that peanuts need to be peeled
from the skin, as it contains the most antinutrients that interfere
our body to absorb nutrients.

How to use
this product?

Peanuts
delicious. In addition, it is useful and satisfying. It can be eaten as
“snack”, but besides this, they like to add nuts to various dishes.

One
One of the most popular peanut treats is peanut butter. getting ready
it is quite simple (fried nuts need to be chopped in a blender with
adding sugar or salt as desired). Pasta can be spread on bread or
toasts. A special taste of such a healthy breakfast can be given by adding cheese or
Chees Feta. To create a “sweet” pasta sandwich, you can also
add raisins, nuts, fruits.

Thanks
to its taste, peanuts go well with sweet dishes (sorbets,
sweets, goats). The most popular use of peanuts is to add
it in pastries (cookies, muffins, pies, cakes). It is also included in
numerous creams and sauces. For many desserts, this product is often
used as garnish.

How to fry
peanuts alone?

To
when buying, do not doubt the quality of the processing of peanuts, it is best
fry them yourself. When choosing this product, preference is best
give in-shell peanuts. There are several ways to roast peanuts:
oven, skillet, microwave.

Before
before proceeding with the heat treatment of peanuts, you need it for this
prepare. The first step is to select whole and half kernels without rot.
Then you should peel the peanut. To do this, before roasting peanuts
must be placed in hot water for 10 minutes, and then dried on a towel.
Next, each fruit must be gently rubbed between the palms until
moment, until all the husks peel off from it.

For
in order to fry this tasty and healthy product in the oven, you first need to
heat up to 160-170 degrees. The baking sheet must be lined with foil or
parchment, then spread the kernels in an even layer (so that they do not lie on top of each other
friend). Roast the peanuts for about 10 minutes, then you need to slightly open
oven, stir it, and then fry for another 5-7 minutes. So
in the same way, you can cook unpeeled peanuts, but in this case
this process will take 2 times longer (15-20 minutes).

Duration
frying shelled peanuts in a pan takes about 20 minutes. With such
When cooking, it is best to use a non-stick frying pan.
You can fry with or without oil. The second option is better
just pour peanuts that have not been dried after washing into the pan. For frying
peanuts without oil is best suited pan with a thick bottom and
thick walls. The degree of readiness of peanuts can be determined by their color or
to taste.

If
If you want to roast raw peanuts, it’s best to do this in two steps:
first in the oven and then in the pan. It is better to soak the fruits in the shell in
cold water for about 30 minutes. Next, the peanuts need to be dried on a napkin, and then
Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or
foil. The oven must be heated to a temperature of 185-190 degrees. Fry
peanuts in it need 10 minutes. Then the fruits should be transferred to the pan and
fry them for about 25-30 minutes over medium heat, stirring constantly.

Peanuts
Without the shell, you can fry in the microwave. For this you will need
special glassware with a thick bottom. Kernels should be thoroughly washed, but
do not dry. Wet peanuts should be placed in a container and cooked in
microwave for 5-10 minutes at maximum power. At the same time, it should
every 1-1.5 minutes, take it out and mix with a spatula. Readiness of nuts
can only be determined by taste. If peanuts seem raw, hold
it in the microwave for another minute and then try again – and so on until complete
readiness.

Uncleaned
groundnuts can also be cooked in the microwave, but this will require
more time. Preliminary preparation before frying should be carried out such
the same as with shelled nuts (rinse, but do not dry). Peanuts need
distribute in a glass container and cook in the microwave on medium
power 3 minutes. Next, you need to get it, mix thoroughly and again
cook on medium power for another 3 minutes – and repeat 6-7 times. Define
proper roasting of peanuts can taste – the fruits should not be bitter.

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During roasting, peanuts can be given a salty or sweet taste. Do it
simple enough. For example, 2-3 minutes before the end of the readiness of their nuts
salt (finely ground salt should be used). Or during
cooking, you can pour nuts with saline in the proportion: for 1 tablespoon
spoon of water – 1 teaspoon of salt. In addition, you can make peanuts sweet,
adding at the end of frying a solution of water and sugar in the same proportion. Under influence
fire, the liquid will evaporate, and the peanuts will acquire the necessary taste.

Interesting Facts
about peanuts

1. Peanuts
is not a nut, it belongs to the legume family. Walnut is a culture
which grows on a tree or shrub, has a hard shell and
ripening falls to the ground. The peanut looks like a nut, but
as it matures, its shoots sink into the soil. Ripe peanuts are dug out of
earth.

2.
The word “peanut” in Greek means
“spider”. This name was given to the product because of its shell, drawing
which resembles a web.

3.
Worldwide, about 30 million tons of peanuts are harvested annually. The largest
peanut producers are the USA, China and India. In America, peanut
pasta is one of my favorite treats. Every year in this country more than
300 thousand tons of pasta. According to statistics, about 80 percent of the grown peanuts go
for its production.