SCIENTIFIC NAME: Arachis Hypogaea AROMA: Sweet FLAVOUR: Nutty Groundnuts, also known as peanuts, are considered a very healthy snack. Although small in size it plays a vital nutritional role and contains amazing health benefits. CULINARY BENEFITS: Sprinkle peanuts onto tossed salads. Peanuts can be eaten raw, roasted or steamed. They are often inculcated in sweets, chocolates, candies. Groundnut flour is often used for people who want to gain weight and for its high nutritive value. A very basic ingredient added to make chutneys. Often used to thicken the vegetable curries or soup. Peanut Butter makes delicious spreads on breads, waffles, toasts, crackers, apple slices, celery or carrot. You can spread it plain or also flavour it with the choice of your spice. You can also stir in raisin and honey. It can also used for dressing salad. Add peanuts to healthy sautéed chicken and vegetables. Make a simple salad by combining sliced green cabbage, grated ginger, Serrano chilies and peanuts. Toss with olive oil-tamarind dressing. Try peanut butter and banana, peanut butter and honey, or peanut butter and chopped apple, pear and/or raisins. HEALTH BENEFITS:Helps Fight Depression (Tryptophan) Peanuts are good sources of tryptophan, an essential amino acid which is important for the production of serotonin, one of the key brain chemicals involved in mood regulation. Boosts Memory Power . Aids in Blood Sugar Regulation (Manganese) One fourth cup of peanuts can supply the body with 35% of the DV of manganese, a mineral which plays a role in fat and carbohydrate metabolism, calcium absorption, and blood sugar regulation. SKIN BENEFITS:The high content of dietary fiber in peanuts helps in flushing out excess toxins, thus making your skin clear and flawless. Peanuts contain Vitamin C and Vitamin E which can prevent signs of ageing like wrinkles, spots and fine lines.
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