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Homemade Corn Nuts

Homemade Corn Nuts: Crunchy, Guilt-Free Snack Fun

Discover how to make homemade corn nuts, a healthier, crunchy, and guilt-free snack that you can customize.
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Corn Nuts
  • 15 oz Dried Hominy Use dried for crunch
  • 2 tbsp Peanut Oil Can substitute with vegetable or avocado oil
  • 1 tsp Fine Ground Sea Salt Essential for flavor enhancement
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder Can use onion powder as a milder option
  • 1 tsp Paprika Adds sweet smoky flavor
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder Can substitute with garlic or shallot powder

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • large mixing bowl
  • Paper towels
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Homemade Corn Nuts
  1. Soak the Hominy: Place 15 oz of dried hominy in a bowl, cover with water, and soak for 6-10 hours, preferably overnight.
  2. Dry the Hominy: Spread soaked hominy on a towel, pat dry, and air dry for about an hour.
  3. Prepare the Oil and Seasoning: Preheat the oven to 375°F (convection) or 400°F (conventional). Mix sea salt, garlic powder, paprika, and onion powder.
  4. Coat the Hominy: In a bowl, combine dried hominy with peanut oil, toss to coat, then sprinkle in seasoning mix.
  5. Bake: Spread seasoned hominy on a baking sheet and bake for 20 minutes, stir, then bake for another 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
  6. Cool & Store: Let the corn nuts cool for at least 15 minutes before transferring to an airtight container.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ozCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 3gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 0.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 3gCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Consider using different oils and spices to create unique flavors in your corn nuts.

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