Almonds are often referred to as walnuts, although to be more precise they are stone fruits. Its shape and size are reminiscent of a peach pit. Within the species, it is sweet and bitter. It is eaten in a variety of forms, including salted, fried, and fresh. Almonds have also become popular as a spice for various dishes and drinks, as they are able to give a dish a more sophisticated taste and aroma.
Instructions
Step 1
To give food a unique almond flavor, the almonds should be sliced. Almonds are cut into cubes, strips or, most often, the finest slices. To cut almonds into plates, it is recommended to soak them in hot water beforehand. This usually takes 15 to 20 minutes.
Step 2
After soaking, you can easily peel it off. Next, it should be dried, this should take about 30-40 minutes, but you can also leave the almonds to dry for a longer time. But at the same time, do not miss the moment when the almonds are completely dry - in this case, it will become more difficult to cut them and you will need to soak again.
Step 3
After the almonds have dried a little, you can start cutting using a very well-sharpened knife. The finer and thinner you can cut the almonds, the greater and brighter the aroma and flavor effect. At home, you can also use special attachments for food processors and vegetable cutters to cut almonds, and a blender for crushing.
Step 4
By the way, slicing almonds is often used for making sweets, salads, desserts, delicacies, cereals and ice cream. In addition to improving the taste and aroma of your dish, almonds also make the dish more festive and beautiful. As a decoration, it will look great on baked goods, ice cream and desserts. Sliced almond petals go perfectly with muffins, chocolate chip cookies and any dark colored desserts.
