How To Shell Sunflower Seeds, For The Uninitiated - Tasting Table
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Sunflower seeds are nutritious snacks packed with protein and antioxidants, but their shells can be cumbersome. The article offers practical methods for shelling sunflower seeds, emphasizing that using your mouth is the best way to enjoy flavored varieties while ensuring those who prefer not to do that in public should consider using their fingers. It also provides a bulk preparation method using a rolling pin to crack open seeds efficiently, followed by a water technique to separate shells from the seeds, making this a convenient option for cooking.
To efficiently shell sunflower seeds designed for snacking, simply use your mouth, applying just enough pressure to crack the shells without crushing the seed.
For cooking, shelling by mouth is impractical; a rolling pin can quickly crack seeds in bulk, making it easier to separate shells from the seeds.
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