Blanched almonds
Need skinned almonds for a recipe? It's easy to blanch them at home using the almonds you already have on hand. My preference is using the microwave for convenience, but I give stovetop directions too.Makes 1 cup blanched almonds
Servings: 8 people
Calories: 103kcal
Ingredients
- 1 cup almonds
- Water to cover
Instructions
- Put almonds in a bowl. Cover with water.
- If using the microwave, microwave for 2 ½ minutes. Soak until the skins have loosened. If you're going to use the almonds for a blended recipe (like a cheese or spread), I recommend continuing to soak the almonds for 10 to 15 minutes to further soften them for easy blending. You can just leave them in the liquid until it becomes cool enough to handle.However, if you're planning on leaving them whole or using them for a dry purpose, then drain them from the liquid before they get too soft. Rinse with cool water.
- If using the stovetop, bring a pot of water to a boil. Put the almonds in it, and boil for a minute. Drain & rinse with cool water.
- One at a time, pinch the almonds with your thumb and forefinger. The skin should slide right off. If it doesn't come off immediately, scratching at it slightly with your fingernail will allow you to peel it off the rest of the way.
Notes
I recommend using raw almonds for this recipe if you're planning on making a vegan cheese or creamy spread, because they are softer.
Nutrition
Calories: 103kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 1mg | Potassium: 126mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g | Calcium: 47mg | Iron: 1mg
