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Brilio.net - Sunflower seeds are one of many people's favorite snacks because of their savory taste and unique way of enjoying them. Whether it's sunflower, pumpkin, or watermelon seeds, all have their own sensation when chewed slowly. Not only delicious, sunflower seeds also contain various nutrients, such as fiber, protein, and healthy fats, which makes them increasingly popular as a light snack on various occasions.
However, even though they are classified as dry snacks, sunflower seeds can lose their crispiness if not stored properly. Exposure to air and excess moisture can cause sunflower seeds to become soft, so that the texture is no longer crispy and the taste is less delicious. This often happens if sunflower seeds are left open for too long or stored in a place that is not airtight.
To keep sunflower seeds crispy and delicious, proper storage is essential. Using an airtight container or a sealed plastic bag can help maintain their quality longer. In addition, storing them in a dry and cool place can also prevent sunflower seeds from absorbing moisture that can damage their crispiness.
But if it has already gone soft, some people usually cook sunflower seeds by roasting them. Well, if you don't have a roaster at home, there is another more practical way to do it. This method was once shared by Instagram user @ayuyuliana61 in one of the videos uploaded.
As reported by BrilioFood from Instagram @ayuyuliana61 on Friday (30/1), the technique used is roasting. Yup! Roasting sunflower seeds can help restore their crispiness. On the other hand, the roasting tool used must also be in the kitchen, namely a frying pan.
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To be more precise, prepare a frying pan first and place it on the stove. If so, put 1 tbsp of salt into the sunflower seeds. Well, this salt serves to maintain the taste of sunflower seeds so that they remain salty and savory. Therefore, the amount of salt can be adjusted according to the amount of sunflower seeds to be roasted.
photo: Instagram/@ayuyuliana61
Next, turn on the stove to medium-low volume and stir the sunflower seeds using a spatula. Continue to roast for a few minutes until the skin becomes crispy as before. When it is like that, immediately turn off the stove and strain the sunflower seeds to separate the salt that sticks to it.
" You can sieve it using a sieve so it's not too salty ," said Instagram @ayuyuliana61.
photo: Instagram/@ayuyuliana61
Well, these roasted sunflower seeds can be eaten again immediately. However, if you want to make them into stock again, make sure you store them properly. To keep sunflower seeds crispy and not soft, proper storage is very important.
One of the best ways is to store them in an airtight container, such as a glass or plastic jar with a tight lid. This will keep air and moisture out, keeping the sunflower seeds dry and crisp.
In addition, make sure the sunflower seeds are stored in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight or heat sources that can cause them to go rancid quickly. If you buy sunflower seeds in packaging, try to always close them tightly after opening them, using plastic clips or transferring them to a safer container. In addition, storing sunflower seeds in the refrigerator can also be an option to keep them fresh longer, especially in areas with high humidity levels.
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