Blanched unsalted peanuts

Blanched unsalted peanuts are nuts in their most neutral form, without skin and without additives. This format gives you complete freedom: you can use it as a base for your own peanut butter, add it to a mix with dried fruits, enrich dishes, or simply snack on it. The taste is mild, creamy, with a slight sweetness — nothing overpowers, nothing distracts.

Taste and texture

Without the skin, peanuts become more tender. The texture is buttery, and the flesh is easy to bite through. The taste is clean and unobtrusive — you will feel the natural sweetness of the nut, not salt or spices. This makes it an ideal choice when you need an ingredient that won't compete with other components of the dish.

Where to use

• Homemade peanut butter — grind in a blender to the desired consistency, add honey or salt to taste
• Granola and muesli — nuts hold their shape well when baked and don't lose flavor
• Salads — adds protein and a crispy texture without overloading the dish with salt
• Baked goods and desserts — dough, cookies, energy bars
• Asian dishes — sauces, marinades where you control the amount of salt yourself
• Nut and dried fruit mixes — a basic component for trail mix or snacks

How to cook

If you are using peanuts raw, simply add them to the dish. For a more pronounced flavor, lightly roast them in a dry pan over medium heat for 3–5 minutes, stirring occasionally — a light aroma will appear and the nut will become slightly crunchier. Do not overheat, otherwise the tenderness will be lost. For paste, use a blender or food processor — it will take 5–10 minutes of continuous operation for the nut to release its oil and turn into a smooth paste.

Pairings

• Sweet: honey, dates, coconut, cocoa, chocolate
• Spicy: ginger, cinnamon, cardamom, vanilla
• Sour: lemon, lime, orange in sauces and marinades
• Vegetables: carrot, celery, bell pepper in salads
• Herbs: coriander, parsley, basil in Asian dishes

Selection and Storage

Look for nuts with a light color, without dark spots or mold. They should smell fresh, without a musty or rancid odor. Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place — room temperature is sufficient for 2–3 weeks, refrigerator for a month, freezer for up to six months. The high oil content in shelled peanuts requires protection from moisture and light, otherwise they may become rancid.

Shelled unsalted peanuts are a blank canvas for your culinary ideas. Without the salt coating, you'll immediately feel the quality of the nut and be able to adapt its taste to any dish.