Pine nuts are rich in vitamins, polyunsaturated fatty acids, amino acids, minerals and trace elements. They are also distinguished by the qualitative composition of proteins, fats and carbohydrates. Eating pine nuts is good for all ages. Nuts can be eaten in a variety of ways, such as fried.
Instructions
Step 1
Before you start frying pine nuts, they must be thoroughly rinsed and peeled. The most optimal method of peeling nuts from the shell is by hand using a small wooden mallet. It is also recommended to soak pine nuts in warm water to facilitate the cleaning process. If you purchased peeled nuts, then you can go straight to the action.
Step 2
Using medium heat, preheat the skillet without adding sunflower oil. The use of oil in this case will be superfluous, since it is already contained in sufficient quantities in the kernels of pine nuts. Cedar nut oil is many times higher than olive oil in terms of vitamin E content, it is an excellent antioxidant and improves immunity. It is worth remembering that a lack of vitamin E leads to metabolic disorders, which in turn contributes to the emergence of a variety of diseases.
Step 3
Arrange the nuts in one layer. During the frying process, the pine nuts should be stirred periodically; for this, it is recommended to use a wooden spatula (spoon). Do not put too many nuts into the pan; it is better to divide the process into several approaches.
Step 4
Since pine nuts are high in fat, they only take a few minutes to fry.
Step 5
In no case take your eyes off the pine nuts, otherwise you risk getting small coals instead of a healthy and tasty treat.
Step 6
If you wish, you can add salt or sugar, any seasonings to the nuts. Any culinary improvisation is acceptable, as long as the result is to your liking.
Step 7
The resulting roasted nuts can be added to various dishes, they will give an unusual taste and aroma. Pine nuts are great for satisfying hunger. The daily intake of pine nuts is 20-45 grams.
