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Homemade Corn Nuts

Crispy Homemade Corn Nuts: Guilt-Free Snacking Delight

Enjoy these Homemade Corn Nuts, a healthier twist on traditional snacks packed with flavor and crunch.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 63
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Corn Nuts
  • 2 cups Dried Hominy Must be dried, not canned.
  • 2 tablespoons Peanut Oil Can substitute with vegetable, avocado, or canola oil.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt (fine ground) Essential for seasoning.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
For Additional Seasoning Variations
  • 1 tablespoon Ranch Dressing Mix
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Lemon Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Sesame Oil

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Large Bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Paper Towels
  • mixing bowl
  • Small Jar

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Soak the dried hominy in water for 6-10 hours to hydrate.
  2. Drain and pat the hominy dry, then let it air dry for 1 hour.
  3. Preheat oven to 375°F for convection or 400°F for traditional baking.
  4. Mix salt, garlic powder, paprika, and onion powder in a small jar for the seasoning blend.
  5. Coat the dried hominy with peanut oil and sprinkle in the seasoning blend.
  6. Spread the coated hominy on a baking sheet and bake for approximately 40 minutes, stirring halfway through.
  7. Cool the baked corn nuts on the baking sheet for at least 15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 63kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 2gFat: 3gSodium: 95mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gIron: 2mg

Notes

These homemade corn nuts are versatile; feel free to customize the seasonings to suit your taste preferences.

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