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What are slivered almonds?
Slivered almonds are almonds that have been peeled, split in half, then cut into tiny strips (slivers). Sliced almonds are just almonds that have been sliced, holding their oblong shape.
What are slivered pistachios?
Ditto here. Slivered pistachios are pistachios that have been split, then sliced into tiny strips (slivers). They are so much more effective than chopped pistachios.
How to Blanch, Split and Sliver Almonds and Pistachios
So many of you, have, over the years, asked me how to make slivered almonds and slivered pistachios at home, as not everyone of you has access to them. This is how we do it:
How to use slivered almonds and slivered pistachios?
As mentioned above, they make a great topping or garnish for any number of dishes, savoury and sweet. Here are just some ideas:
How to Make Slivered Almonds and Slivered Pistachios
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How to Make your Own Slivered Almonds and Pistachios
Easy tutorial to make slivered almonds and slivered pistachios at home.
Making Sliced Almonds at Home
Almonds are a delicious nut, and they're rich in healthy fats. The Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health says that almonds are also a good source of fiber, vitamin E, calcium, phosphorus, magnesium and antioxidants.
Step 1: Preheat Your Oven
If your oven has a warming setting, preheat it at this setting. If not, you can preheat it on the lowest setting possible. Anywhere between 100 and 170 degrees Fahrenheit (38 and 77 degrees Celsius) should be fine.
Step 2: Blanch Your Almonds
As you know, almonds are crunchy. You need to blanch your almonds before slicing to soften them. If you don't, you'll end up with broken almond flakes.
Step 3: Remove the Skin
Although you don't need to, many people prefer to remove the almond skin at this stage. All you'll need to do is rub the skin off of your almonds by moving your fingers back and forth.
Step 4: Heat Your Almonds
Put your almonds in the preheated oven. Let them dry, but don't toast them.
Step 5: Slice Your Almonds
Remove the almonds from the oven in small batches. You'll want to slice them when they're warm, so it's important to not remove them all at once.
Step 6: Store Your Almonds
Eat your sliced almonds or almond flakes right away, or store them in your fridge. An airtight plastic container, resealable bag or glass jar can be used to store the almonds. Storing them this way will help prevent them from going rancid quickly.
