Peanut flour is one of the products that is made from peanuts. It is obtained by grinding partially or completely skimmed and dried nuts. This treatment reduces the caloric content and the amount of fat, thereby making the product much healthier.
Peanut flour is better known to those who are interested in gluten-free nutrition due to medical contraindications or an individual diet.
Vitamin composition
Contains a huge amount of vitamins B1-B12, as well as nicotinic acid. Calcium, iron, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, magnesium, zinc, copper, manganese are also present here.
Chemical composition
Nutrient | Quantity | Norm for an adult |
Calories | 381 kcal | 1684 kcal |
Vitamin PP | 38 mg | 25 mg |
Vitamin B6 | 0,7 mg | 1,5 mg |
Vitamin B2 | 0,6 mg | 1,8 mg |
Vitamin B1 | 0,8 mg | 1,5 mg |
Vitamin E, alpha tocopherol, TE | 0,05 mg | 15 mg |
P | 784 mg | 800 mg |
Fe | 3 mg | 18 mg |
Zn | 5,1 mg | 12 mg |
К | 1300 mg | 2000 mg |
Mg | 379 mg | 700 mg |
Ca | 148 mg | 1000 mg |
The use and benefits of peanut flour
Peanut flour:
- Reduces the level of bad cholesterol;
- Removes toxins from the body;
- Improves blood chemistry;
- Accelerates metabolism, adjusts metabolic processes;
- Improves concentration and relieves mental stress;
- It has a positive effect on digestion;
- Accelerates wound healing.
Recipe for making keto cookies from peanut flour without sugar and gluten
Ingredients:
- 100 g peanut flour
- 2 tsp sweetener
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 pinch of salt
- 50 g butter
- 2 eggs
Preparation:
Mix all the dry ingredients. Add butter and mixed dry ingredients to the eggs, knead the dough. Divide the dough into 10 parts, roll into balls, and place on a baking sheet covered with baking paper. Press down the cookies a little and make a cross pattern with a fork. In a preheated 180C oven, remove the baking tray with cookies and bake for 15-20 minutes. Enjoy your meal!
Method of application
Flour is often used in cooking to enhance the taste of various dishes, as well as when following a low-carb diet. It is used in the preparation of various sauces, soups, bread, cakes and noodles, as well as protein shakes and bars.
Contraindications
The product is contraindicated in case of individual intolerance.