HOW TO TOAST SUNFLOWER SEEDS

HOW TO TOAST SUNFLOWER SEEDS
Toasted sunflower seeds. Delicious. Grown all around the world, humans have consumed sunflower seeds for at least 35,000 ye…ars. Sunflower seeds are a smart snack option – loaded with calcium, magnesium and zinc as well as vitamin E. With a ratio of 20% carbohydrates, 24% protein and 40% fat, sunflower seeds make a healthy addition to your diet. Though there are many ways to enjoy sunflower seeds, toasting brings out their nutty flavor. Try this easy microwave method.
Difficulty: Easy
Things you will need:
• Sunflower seeds
• Microwave
• Light sprinkling of oil
Use the microwave to toast smaller quantities of sunflower seeds to be used for garnishes or small snacks. Remember that microwaves vary in power so experimentation may be necessary.
Select a microwave-safe dish with a flat bottom.
Place less than 1/2 cup shelled sunflower seeds in a single layer and smooth around until they appear evenly spaced.
Sprinkle a small amount of oil over the sunflower seeds to assist with the browning process
Microwave the oil-coated sunflower seeds on high for approximately one minute.
Remove sunflower seeds from the microwave, stir and then microwave again on high for another minute.
Continue this process, checking the sunflower seeds after each one minute interval.
It generally takes no more than 6 – 8 minutes in total for the sunflower seeds to become fragrant and lightly browned.
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