The health benefits of eating groundnut will
blow your mind
According to
recent studies, groundnut skins have an abundant amount of natural antioxidants
and a high content of dietary fiber.
1.
It is rich in antioxidant
Groundnut
skins are rich in phenolic compounds, which go to say that they are antioxidant
rich. Antioxidants, on the hand, help p protect the body from oxidative stress,
which occurs in cases of various cancers and diseases.
They
are powerful substances, which prohibit (and in some cases even prevent), the
oxidation of other molecules in the body.
According
to a 2012 study from North Carolina University, published in the "Journal
of Food Science," it was reported that adding a 5 percent concentration of
peanut (groundnut) skins to peanut butter significantly increased its
antioxidant levels without sacrificing taste or texture.
2.
Heart-healthy fats
As
earlier stated, groundnut contains monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats that
keep the heart healthy.
And
this is great for the great for the healthy condition of the heart because a
good level, of both monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats, help to lower
blood cholesterol levels as well as reducing the risk of coronary heart
diseases.
3.
It is a high source protein
When it comes to the
healthiness of our cells, protein is essential. And this is because the cells
in our body are constantly being replaced and repaired and to ensure that the
new cells are healthy, and the damaged ones repaired well, the need for protein
cannot be overemphasized.
Groundnuts
have been shown to be an extremely high source of plant protein and medical
practitioners have advised that it should be incorporated in the diet for
children, vegetarians, and protein deficient people
4.
Groundnut is a rich source of minerals
As
stated in the introduction, groundnut is a rich source of minerals. And some of
these minerals include magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, zinc, calcium, sodium,
etc.
These
minerals are needed by our body to function well.
It is,
however, important to note that adequate supply of these minerals ensure a
healthy heart as well as minimizing the risk of mineral deficient diseases.
5.
It is rich in vitamins
It is a
well-known fact that when it comes to overall growth and development, the
importance of vitamins cannot be overemphasized.
Vitamins
do not only ensure vital health for cells and tissues, they also helps in
fighting infections; thereby ensuring smooth functioning of our organs.
Groundnut
provides our body with essential vitamins, which helps in regulating
metabolism, converting fat and carbohydrates into energy, and facilitating bone
and tissue formation.
And
being a rich source of foliate, studies have shown that it reduces the incidence
of birth defects and anaemia related conditions.
How
To Roast Groundnut In A Fry Pan
Today we learn how to
roast groundnut in a fry pan without using sand.
Here are three simple methods
of making Nigerian roasted groundnut/fried groundnut. Roast groundnuts are a
great snack any day, for roast groundnut lovers, one week
doesn’t go by without cravings for this delicious, nutritious snack.
They taste really great if done
the proper way and well salted. Here in Nigeria, There are three methods of
roasting or frying groundnut also known as peanuts. There may be
other methods out there but here in Nigeria, these three methods are what groundnut
sellers use.
METHODS:
1. With Sand
2. Without sand (Using garri)
3. With table salt.
There is a third method that’s not widely used because most people do not like very salted groundnuts… Roasting with salt instead of sand or garri.
When I open a bottle of roasted peanuts to enjoy, from the first bite, I know what method was used because the difference is very obvious.
1. With Sand
2. Without sand (Using garri)
3. With table salt.
There is a third method that’s not widely used because most people do not like very salted groundnuts… Roasting with salt instead of sand or garri.
When I open a bottle of roasted peanuts to enjoy, from the first bite, I know what method was used because the difference is very obvious.
Most groundnut sellers use the
low cost method to maximize profits thereby helping buyers grow appendicitis.
Some use sand because they are not aware of other methods.
Whether you fry/roast
groundnuts with one method or the other, the process of getting the final
product to be crunchy is the same.
The level of crunch depends on
your washing procedure just before making them.
The process is the same until
after drying.
When you are done drying, then
comes the decision to use the best method for roasting peanuts or use the cheap
method that leaves buyers/ party goers with sore teeth.
First, Let’s look at the Procedure for making peanuts, and for those who like to coat or make peanut burgers, you first of all have to let them pass through this process if you want crunchy groundnuts. Unless of course you are buying already roasted peanuts in which case you start coating and frying.
First, Let’s look at the Procedure for making peanuts, and for those who like to coat or make peanut burgers, you first of all have to let them pass through this process if you want crunchy groundnuts. Unless of course you are buying already roasted peanuts in which case you start coating and frying.
Simple Procedure for making
Crunchy Groundnuts
1.
Pick out stones from your fresh groundnuts, soak in hot (Boiling
water) for a few minutes or till the water colour changes and the groundnuts
look pale (Lighter).
Salt and spread out on a tray or mat to dry in the sun, oven or
your preferred drying method. Dry until the wetness disappears.Roast in a pot
or fry pan using your favourite method (Methods explained below)
The 3 methods of making roast groundnut (peanuts) are:
1.
How to make roast groundnuts with sand
2.
How to make roast groundnuts without sand.
3.
How to make roast groundnuts with salt (For salt lovers)
4.
Below are the three methods, you decide which is best for you and
go with it.
5.
How to fry Nigerian groundnut in a fry pan without using sand
6.
To make roast groundnuts the Nigerian way, you need to put
something in the cooking pot or frying pan used, under the peanuts to prevent
them burning.
7.
That’s if you really care about your health and teeth, and
do not want to chew stones, do not use sand. If you do not want to be too
cautious while chewing Nigerian roast groundnuts, do not use sand.
8.
Use a little quantity of garri instead.
1. After drying the washed and
salted groundnuts in the sun as explained above, place a fry pan on the stove.
Let it heat up a little before
you sprinkle some garri on it. Then pour in your groundnuts and with a spatula
or wooden spoon, start stirring. After about five minutes, get checking
by removing some skin and chewing to see if it’s brown and done.
I like mine roasted very brown almost to the point of burning, so I let it roast longer until I’m satisfied with the colour.
Note that roast groundnut doesn’t get crunchy while still hot! you take it off the stove, with a colander or sieve, remove all the groundnuts from the garri and set aside to cool n a large serving tray. Once they start cooling, they start getting crunchy.
I like mine roasted very brown almost to the point of burning, so I let it roast longer until I’m satisfied with the colour.
Note that roast groundnut doesn’t get crunchy while still hot! you take it off the stove, with a colander or sieve, remove all the groundnuts from the garri and set aside to cool n a large serving tray. Once they start cooling, they start getting crunchy.
Store in airtight containers to
retain the crunch.
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