Monday, September 30, 2013

What To Know About Roasted Cashews

By Paulette Short


Cashew is the name for a tree that produces a kind of seed that is harvested as a cashew nut. This is considered a popular food in many parts of the world. These nuts can be eaten alone for a snack or used as an ingredient in a variety of recipe dishes. The shell of the nuts is considered toxic and is removed before being sold. Roasted cashews are easy to make and widely available at most stores.

Raw cashews do not have much taste and may be considered bland. This is why many people prefer nuts that have been processed. One way to release flavor in this food is by roasting it, which releases the oils. Manufacturers sometimes sell these pre-roasted. The process of roasting is also quite simple.

Generally speaking, these nuts are healthy. They are even regarded as a delicacy in some areas of the world. The most nutritional form to consume these in is raw. Still, there are a lot of benefits that come from consuming this. The nuts are filled with proanthocyanidins, which is thought to prevent cancer and starve off tumors.

Cashews have a higher amount of fat than most other kinds of nuts. They also include oleic acid, which is found in olive oil. This acid is a monounsaturated fat that benefits the heart. The tree nuts also include cooper, which plays a major role in a lot of bodily processes. People who consume this food item are known to have healthier skin, bones and hair.

This food is also good for the nerves of the body. It prevents the formation of gallstones by approximately 25 percent. People who eat these twice a week are not as likely to gain weight than those who do not eat nuts. This food is filled with good fat. They are high in fiber and dense in energy, which makes them an ideal snack for those concerned with weight management.

Most stores carry this food product. People who have raw cashews can easily make them roasted. The first thing to do is an oven preheat at 350 degrees fahrenheit. The nuts should be arranged in one layer on a baking sheet, which goes into the over for about five minutes before it is removed and the nuts are stirred around so they do not burn.

This process should be repeated three to four more times, so that the total baking time is between 15 and 20 minutes. When the nuts are taken out, they should have a golden brown hue. Allow them to cool down until they are warm enough to touch. Brush an oil over them and add salt, if desired. Once they have cooled completely, enjoy the snack.

Roasted cashews are an enjoyable snack that come from roasting nuts from the cashew tree. There are so many benefits that come with consuming this food item on a regular basis. The nuts have good fat and are full of fiber. These can be purchased in many different forms, including roasted. Roasting this food is also a simple process. It is worth noting that some people are allergic to these nuts.




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