Microwave Blanched Almonds Recipe
🕒 Cook Time: 5 minutes
🕒 Prep Time: 1 minute
🕒 Total Time: 6 minutes
🥄 Servings: 4
🍽️ Yield: 100 gm. blanched almonds
Description:
Indulge in the delightful crunch of Microwave Blanched Almonds with this quick and easy recipe! Perfect for breakfast or snacking, these almonds are not only delicious but also healthy, boasting low cholesterol and packed with nutrients.
Ingredients:
- 100 gm. whole almonds
- 1 cup water
Instructions:
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Prepare Almonds:
- Begin by placing the whole almonds in a microwave-safe bowl.
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Blanch Almonds:
- Add 1 cup of water to the bowl with the almonds.
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Microwave:
- Place the bowl in the microwave and cook for 5 minutes on HIGH power level.
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Drain and Rinse:
- Once done, carefully remove the bowl from the microwave. Drain the almonds and rinse them with cold water to stop the cooking process.
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Peel Almonds:
- The blanching process should have loosened the almond skins. To peel, simply squeeze each almond gently between your fingers. The skins should slip off easily.
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Enjoy:
- Your blanched almonds are now ready to be enjoyed! Use them as desired in any recipe that calls for blanched almonds, such as salads, baked goods, or as a nutritious snack on their own.
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 169.2
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 1.1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 97.3mg
- Carbohydrates: 5.5g
- Fiber: 3.4g
- Sugar: 1.4g
- Protein: 6.3g
Keywords:
Fruit, Nuts, Low Cholesterol, Healthy, Microwave, Quick, Easy
Tips:
- Ensure to use a microwave-safe bowl to avoid any accidents.
- Adjust the cooking time according to your microwave’s wattage to prevent overcooking.
- Store any leftover blanched almonds in an airtight container in a cool, dry place for future use.
