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Peanut Butter

VIEWS 2154

Energy (kcal) - 190

Protein (g) - 7.5

Carbohydrate (g) - 9.5

Fat (g) - 13.6

Khyati's Health-O-Meter Says:

Peanuts are rich plant-based protein source and have a low glycemic index and they are also an excellent source of various vitamins and minerals like biotin. Sunflower seeds are rich in the B complex vitamins, which are essential for a healthy nervous system, and are a good source of phosphorus, magnesium, iron, calcium, potassium, protein and vitamin E. Both Peanuts and sunflower seeds contain good fat i.e. MUFA & PUFA that help to protect the arteries. 

INGREDIENTS:
  • Peanuts - 30g
  • Sunflower seeds - 1 tsp
  • Honey/ sugar [optional] - ½ half tsp
  • Cinnamon powder - ½ tsp
  • Nutmeg powder - 1 pinch
DIRECTIONS:
Step 1 Preheat the oven to 325F [160C] or use an iron tava. Step 2 Toast/ roast the peanuts for 5 minutes, then let coul. Step 3 Add the roasted peanuts and sunflower seeds to a food processor and blend for 3-5 minutes, until smooth. Step 4 Add cinnamon, sugar, and nutmeg, then blend again until smooth. Step 5 Store in an airtight jar in the refrigerator for up to 6 months.

Peanut Butter - BY KHYATI RUPANI

10 FEB 2018
VIEWS 2154

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