These instructions will teach you how easy it is to blanch your own almonds. This means removing the husk. Whilst it is true that it requires more work, blanching almonds can be easier on the digestive system for severe food sensitivities than simple soaking, however blanching almonds may not be required for everyone. It is […]
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How to Blanch Almonds
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Instructions
Bring a small pot of filtered water to the boil
Place your raw almonds into the boiling water and let sit for half an hour. They will swell and appear larger.
Drain the almonds in a colander or strainer and rinse them with cold water to cool them
Blot the almonds dry with a tea towel
Use your fingers to gently squeeze the almonds and loosen the skin from them. They usually just slip right out.
Dry nuts as per activated nut instructions
Store in an airtight container in the fridge
Recipe Notes
Whilst it is true that it requires more work, blanching almonds can be easier on the digestive system for severe food sensitivities than simple soaking, however blanching almonds may not be required for everyone. It is a preferred method for making almond milk for those who are more prone to food sensitivities as this will completely remove the phytates. Removing the husks on almonds also make for a nicer homemade almond milk. It is very unlikely that commercial nut milk producers will have taken the time to activate their nuts or remove the husks, not to mention any additives and preservatives within the product ingredients.