Frutos Secos

Dry roasted and salted peanuts

Dry roasted and salted peanuts
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Ingredient Information

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Dry roasted and salted peanuts

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Frutos Secos

Popularity

64 recipes

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Description

Dry roasted and salted peanuts are a very popular ingredient in the cuisine of various regions, especially in Latin America. They consist of Arachis hypogaea seeds that have been carefully dried, roasted to enhance their flavor, and subsequently salted to provide a savory and crunchy touch.

The peanut, native to South America, has a millennia-old history and has been cultivated since pre-Columbian times in countries such as Paraguay, Brazil, and Argentina. Its intense flavor and crunchy texture make it an excellent snack, as well as an ideal complement for a wide variety of dishes, from salads to side dishes and desserts.

Regarding its properties, the peanut is an excellent source of plant-based proteins, healthy fats (primarily monounsaturated), fiber, vitamins such as vitamin E and B vitamins, in addition to essential minerals like magnesium, phosphorus, and potassium. These characteristics make it a nutritious food that provides energy and contributes to cardiovascular health.

In Hispanic America, dry roasted and salted peanuts are known by several synonyms depending on the country: cacahuate (Mexico), maní (Argentina, Chile, Peru), cacahuate or maní (Central America), and in some places, they are also referred to as mani tostado or mani salado.

This ingredient is very versatile and its inclusion in your recipes adds flavor, texture, and a nutritional boost, making it ideal for preparing appetizers, accompanying main courses, or enriching salads and desserts.

Nutritional Properties

3.9mg
zinc
8.5g
fiber
450mg
sodium
150mcg
folate
4.6mg
iron
13.7mg
niacin
705mg
potassium
4g
sugars
567
calories
168mg
magnesium
26g
proteins
8.3mg
vitamin e
0.35mg
vitamin b6
16g
carbohydrates
49g
total fats
7g
saturated fats
24g
monounsaturated fats
16g
polyunsaturated fats

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