Almonds have been cultivated for thousands of years and are believed to be originated in the Middle East and Central Asia. The United States currently produces the most almonds in the world, with California being the top almond-producing state. Food to Live Premium Quality California Almonds are grown and packaged in the USA. They are raw, Kosher, and suitable for a Vegan diet.
Nutritional Value
California Raw Almonds have an incredibly rich nutritional profile. Firstly, they pack lots of protein, dietary fiber, and healthy fats. Second, they boast an impressive number of antioxidants like Vitamin E and flavonoids. Raw Almonds also contain plenty of Magnesium, Calcium, Niacin, Riboflavin, and Phosphorus. With that in mind, snacking on almonds will sure keep you feeling full throughout the day.
Ways to Enjoy
Our California Almonds have a sweet nutty flavor accompanied by a distinct crunchy texture. They are a great replacement for high-sodium chips, whenever you feel like snacking. You can munch on them throughout the day or grab a convenient zip-lock package with you on a walk, onto the plane, to school or work. Moreover, Almonds serve as a versatile ingredient in both sweet and savory recipes. They taste great in pastries, desserts, confectionaries, fillings, and bread. Use whole almonds as a decoration for your cakes or sprinkle them over your ice cream and morning oatmeal. Create your own homemade almond milk, almond oil, or chocolate covered almonds. Note you can make almond flour by grinding our raw California almonds. Use ground almonds in meat stuffing or as a sauce thickener. To make almond butter in a few easy steps read on:
How to Make Almond Butter
- Toast the almonds in the oven for about 10 min, and let them cool until they are warm (5-10 mins)
- Season them with salt to your taste
- Blend them in a food processor until creamy texture. Voilà!
Storage Recommendations
The optimal way to store Raw California Almonds bulk is in a cool dark place with no humidity. If you plan on long-term storage, consider putting them in an airtight container in a fridge or freezer.
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