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Homemade Corn Nuts

Delicious Homemade Corn Nuts for Guilt-Free Snacking

Enjoy these Homemade Corn Nuts for a guilt-free snack that's crunchy and customizable.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Corn Nuts
  • 2 cups Dried Hominy Use dried, not canned for best results.
  • 2 tablespoons Peanut Oil Can substitute with avocado or canola oil.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Fine ground salt is ideal.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Onion powder can be an alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Optional but recommended for extra flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
Optional Seasonings
  • 2 tablespoons Nutritional Yeast Adds a cheesy flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder Adjust to taste for desired spice level.

Equipment

  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Large bowl
  • small bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Soak the dried hominy in a large bowl of water for 6 to 10 hours, ensuring it's completely covered.
  2. Once rehydrated, drain and pat the hominy dry with paper towels. Spread on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  3. Preheat the oven to 375°F (convection) or 400°F (regular). Prepare your seasoning mix while the oven heats.
  4. In a small bowl, combine salt, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.
  5. Drizzle dried hominy with peanut oil and toss to coat. Gradually sprinkle seasoning mix, stirring gently.
  6. Spread the seasoned hominy on a baking sheet in a single layer and bake for 20 minutes.
  7. After 20 minutes, gently stir the corn nuts and bake for another 20 to 25 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
  8. Allow the corn nuts to cool for at least 15 minutes on the baking sheet before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 4gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 120mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 5gSugar: 1gCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Ensure hominy is thoroughly dried and experiment with seasoning for customized flavors. Store in an airtight container for peak freshness.

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