Almonds are an excellent snack, rich in protein, fiber, copper, vitamin E and magnesium; they also have a very low cholesterol content. Toasted almonds can be added to many preparations, to give them more body and crunchiness. Try adding them to a fresh salad, pilaf rice or couscous, or use them to decorate an ice cream or dessert. Let's see together how they are prepared.
Steps
Method 1 of 2: Toasting in the oven
Step 1. Preheat the oven to 180 ° C
Step 2. Take a baking sheet and line it with aluminum foil
Step 3. Open the packet of sliced almonds and weigh 85 grams
Step 4. Spread all the almonds on the pan, trying not to overlap each other
Step 5. Place the pan in the oven, on a half-height shelf
Step 6. Cook for about 10-12 minutes
Step 7. While cooking, mix the almonds every 3-4 minutes using a very long wooden spoon
Step 8. After mixing them, redistribute them evenly, without overlapping
Step 9. Pay particular attention to the scent
When the almonds are almost ready, the kitchen will be invaded by a pleasant nutty aroma.
In addition, they will take on a pleasant golden color
Step 10. When cooked, remove the pan from the oven and let the almonds cool completely
Step 11. The almonds will be ready to be used immediately in your preparations or, alternatively, to be stored in an airtight container, and used when you need them
Method 2 of 2: Toasting in the microwave
Step 1. Pour 5 grams of butter into a bowl, add 85 grams of almonds and mix until all are well buttered
Using a fat helps the almond roasting process. If you wish, you can replace the butter with extra virgin olive oil
Step 2. Spread the almonds on a flat plate suitable for microwave cooking
For example a plate for pies. Always make sure they don't overlap each other.
Step 3. Cook for 1 minute on maximum power
Step 4. Take the dish out of the oven and mix the almonds carefully
Step 5. Repeat the previous two steps until the almonds are properly roasted
Be careful not to burn them, using the microwave oven the almonds are toasted very quickly.
Step 6. After cooking, let them cool and use immediately, alternatively, store them in an airtight container
Step 7. Finished
Advice
- If you wish, you can toast the almonds in a pan. Be aware that this is a bit more difficult method, because the heat may not be distributed evenly, so that some almonds will toast before the others.
- You can also use this method to toast cashews, walnuts, or all nuts.
