How to Choose the Perfect Salted Roasted Cashews

The types of cashew nuts are classified according to 3 main criteria based on international standards:

• Shape of the nut: whole or broken
• Size: large or small
• Color: white or yellow

According to the experience of the people, the simplest and most popular way to classify cashew nuts is based on the shape of the nut. Good cashew nuts are those that are whole, round, firm, and evenly shaped, without any worms, mold, black spots, or any blemishes.

If cashew nuts have a silk shell, when roasted, the shell should still stick to the nut, and when lightly flaked, this shell should easily peel off.

If you want to be more certain, you should taste the cashew nuts: good cashew nuts when bitten are crispy, fragrant with a cashew flavor, without any rancid taste. Bad cashew nuts are those that have an oily smell, not crispy, weak, and damp.

2. Is it better to choose cashew nuts with or without silk shells when roasting with salt?

Currently, there are two common types of cashew nuts used for roasting with salt: those with silk shells and those without silk shells. However, we recommend that you choose the ones with silk shells because they will taste better compared to the ones without shells.

The silk shell of cashew nuts usually has a bitter, unpleasant taste. However, they have a very important function of preserving the natural sweet and nutty flavor of the cashews. Let’s find out why you should choose cashew nuts with shells.

Cashew nuts roasted with silk shells preserve their delicious aroma

The silk shell of cashew nuts has the task of protecting the inner kernel. It helps prevent the kernel from being stuck in the resin during the process of removing the shell (if the cashew kernel is stuck in the resin, it will become bitter and inedible).

During the processing stage with saltwater to remove the resin, this silk shell also helps the cashew kernel from direct contact with the saltwater, avoiding the case where the cashew kernel is soaked in water and becomes soft and unattractive.

When roasted with salt, the silk shell is actually the factor that helps the kernel from being excessively coated with salt and not burnt or discolored. This shell is also an important factor in helping the cashew kernel retain its bright color for a long time.

Thanks to this shell, the inside retains the most delicious taste as well as the most eye-catching color.

Cashew nuts roasted with silk shells are safer and cleaner

Furthermore, cashew nuts roasted with silk shells will give users a feeling of safety and cleanliness. The shell acts as a shield to protect the delicate kernel inside from any harm. When eating cashew nuts, you only need to peel off that shell, and you will have a feeling of absolute cleanliness and safety.

Suitable for people on a low-salt diet

As mentioned, the outer shell acts as a protective layer that prevents too much salt from infiltrating the kernel. Therefore, by simply removing the shell, the cashew nut still retains its sweet, nutty, and slightly salty taste. For people with diabetes or high blood pressure who need to restrict their salt intake, they can use cashew nuts with silk shells with peace of mind.

Cashew nuts roasted with silk shells remain crispy and delicious for longer

With the silk shell covering the kernel, it does not come into direct contact with the air or moisture, so it remains not only visually appealing but also crispy and delicious for a longer time after being peeled and used.

3. How to store roasted cashew nuts for a longer time

To preserve cashew nuts for a longer time, you need to pay attention to the following:

• After buying roasted cashew nuts, if you don’t eat them all, you should put them in a tightly sealed box or a ziplock bag. Most of the packaging for roasted cashew nuts nowadays is a plastic jar with a twist-on cap or a bag with an oxygen absorber, which is very convenient.
• Store the cashew nuts in a cool, ventilated place, away from heat and insects such as ants and cockroaches. You can also store cashew nuts in the refrigerator (after sealing them).
• If you want to take cashew nuts abroad or on a long trip, you can buy vacuum-sealed cashews or use a vacuum sealing service to enhance the crispiness of the cashews.
• In case the cashew nuts have become soft when consumed, you can quickly re-roast them in a pan. This will make them taste better and crispier.

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4. Other benefits of cashew nuts

In the composition of cashew nut kernels, there are many valuable and essential nutrients for the human body such as protein, lipids, carbohydrates, as well as various minerals like phosphorus, magnesium, calcium, potassium, and iron…

Dishes made from cashew nuts with a rich, fragrant, and nutritious taste as well as essential vitamins and minerals are often chosen by many people. Moreover, cashew nuts are good for health and can prevent diseases such as cancer, cardiovascular diseases, and benefit bones and joints.

Recently, cashew nuts have also been used to make dairy substitutes, such as cashew milk, cashew cheese, cashew cream, and sour cream. They are also a major ingredient in processing snacks, desserts, traditional specialties, and everyday cooking recipes. Especially when using cashew nuts to wrap cakes, make milk, or bake, it is common to use whole cashews that have already been shelled, or broken cashews to reduce costs without compromising the flavor of the dish.

We hope this article provides you with useful information and helps you understand the correct way!