Brilio.net - There are many types of nuts that are often processed by people, one of which is cashew. Even though they are small in size, cashew nuts are still high in nutrition, you know. Reported by healthline.com, cashew nuts contain carbohydrates, protein, fiber, calcium, potassium and others.
Cashew nuts can be processed by frying them. Even though it sounds easy, frying cashew nuts is quite easy, you know. The reason is that if you do it carelessly, the texture of fried cashew nuts will actually be hard. Not only that, the taste of fried cashew nuts is also bland because the spices are not absorbed.
So that the spices can penetrate perfectly, you can boil the cashew nuts for a few moments before frying. This process aims to soften the cashew nuts. Even so, needing to boil the cashew nuts first actually takes more time and uses gas so it's wasteful, right?
As a solution, you can imitate the method of frying cashew nuts shown by YouTube user Mita Abdullah. In his video upload, this netizen did not go through the boiling process at all. Even so, the cashew nut sauce still manages to penetrate deeply and the results are long-lasting crunchy.
Tricks for frying cashew nuts so that the spices are absorbed and crispy for a long time.
Instead of boiling, cashew nuts can be put directly into a container. Then pour warm water into it until it covers all the cashew nuts. Don't forget to add about 2 tablespoons of salt then stir.
"We soak it for 15 minutes. The aim of soaking it here is so that the sap from the cashew nuts comes out and it becomes softer," he said, quoted by BrilioFood from Mita Abdullah's YouTube on Tuesday (26/3).
photo: YouTube/Mita Abdullah
While waiting, he prepared ground cashew nut spices. He can be seen grinding 12 cloves of garlic, 1 1/2 teaspoons of salt, 1/2 teaspoon of seasoning, and 1 teaspoon of granulated sugar. If so, set it aside first.
photo: YouTube/Mita Abdullah
Drain the cashews when they have been soaked for 15 minutes. Rinse the cashews under running water several times until they are as clean as possible.
Next, add the ground spices that have been made to the container. Stir until all the cashew nuts are coated with the ground spices.
"We leave it for 1 hour to let the flavors soak in," said the video owner.
photo: YouTube/Mita Abdullah
Immediately fry the cashew nuts in hot cooking oil when they have been left for 1 hour. During the frying process, use medium stove heat which tends to be low. Don't forget to always stir so that the cashews cook evenly.
photo: YouTube/Mita Abdullah
Once cooked and look brown, immediately remove the cashew nuts. Drain for a few moments until all the oil content is reduced. If so, the cashews are ready to be served.
photo: YouTube/Mita Abdullah
Tricks for storing fried cashew nuts so they don't get soggy easily.
To store fried cashew nuts so they don't go bad easily, here are some tricks you can try.
1. Store in a tight container.
Make sure cashews are stored in a tight, airtight container. Air can make cashews moist, making them softer more easily.
2. Use a sealed container.
If possible, use containers that can be tightly sealed such as glass jars or plastic containers that have rubber or screw tops.
3. Avoid direct air exposure.
Keep cashews away from direct air exposure. Store in a cool, dry place and protected from direct sunlight.
4. Use ziplock packaging.
If you don't have a suitable container, you can also use a ziplock packaging or airtight plastic bag to store cashews. Make sure to remove as much air as possible from the package before you seal it.
5. Add desiccant or rice.
Adding a small amount of desiccant or a few grains of rice to the storage container can also help absorb any moisture that may be in the container.
By following the tips above, you can help extend the shelf life of fried cashews and prevent them from going soggy easily.