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Homemade Corn Nuts

Homemade Corn Nuts - Crunchy, Healthy Snack You’ll Crave

Homemade Corn Nuts are a crunchy, healthy snack that satisfies cravings guilt-free.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Corn Nuts
  • 2 cups Dried Hominy Soak for ideal rehydration.
  • 2 tablespoons Peanut Oil Can substitute with vegetable or olive oil.
  • 1 teaspoon Fine Ground Salt Enhances overall taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Can be swapped with onion powder.
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Adjust to suit personal taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Optional but recommended.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • large bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Paper towel
  • jar

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Start by placing dried hominy in a large bowl, ensuring it’s fully submerged in water. Allow the hominy to soak for 6 to 10 hours.
  2. Once soaked, drain the hominy and spread it out on a paper towel-lined baking sheet. Pat the kernels dry gently to remove excess moisture.
  3. While the hominy is drying, preheat your oven to 375°F if using convection, or 400°F for a regular oven.
  4. In a small jar, combine fine ground salt, garlic powder, paprika, and onion powder. Shake the jar vigorously to mix the spices together evenly.
  5. Drizzle the dried hominy with peanut oil in a large mixing bowl, stirring gently to ensure an even coat. Gradually add the seasoning mix while continuing to stir.
  6. Spread the seasoned hominy in an even layer on a baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, then stir and bake for an additional 20 to 25 minutes.
  7. Once baked, remove the baking sheet from the oven and allow the corn nuts to cool for at least 15 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 400mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 5gSugar: 1gCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2-3 weeks or freeze for longer storage.

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