Do you love nuts but their slight bitterness sometimes puts you off? What if a simple, almost insignificant gesture could completely change the way you enjoy them? Behind this still little-known habit lies a surprising culinary trick, passed down from kitchen to kitchen, that promises a smoother and more pleasant tasting experience… without any complications.
Why do nuts sometimes have that unpleasant bitter taste?
We snack on them as an appetizer, add them to a salad or homemade cake, but walnuts can sometimes leave a bitter aftertaste. This natural bitterness comes from compounds present in the skin and flesh of the nut, especially when it’s very fresh or poorly stored. As a result, some people love them, while others avoid them. The good news is, there’s a simple solution to make them more palatable, without altering or changing their natural flavor.
The clever trick that changes everything in the kitchen
Boiling water and soaking the nuts for a few minutes significantly reduces their bitterness. The heat effectively breaks down the compounds responsible for this strong taste. After this quick soak, the nuts become sweeter, with a more rounded flavor, and much easier to incorporate into all your everyday recipes, from homemade granola to Sunday night’s savory tart.
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