Even if the name peanut suggests a nut, the seed of the plant is a core and belongs to the legumes. New plants can be grown from peanut seeds - if good site conditions are provided.

Peanut kernels grow in pods

The peanut plant forms inflorescences that sink into the ground after a short time. There the kernels mature in shells, also called pods.

Depending on its size, each shell contains one to three seeds. They are surrounded by a brown membrane.

The pod is dried after the peanut harvest. Then the cores can be easily removed.

Grow new plants from peanut seeds

In order to grow peanut plants yourself, the kernels in the pods are dried and removed just before sowing. The brown skin must not be removed, as the seed will then not always germinate.

To grow your own, you should get seeds from the seed shop.

Peanuts bought at the supermarket can also be used if they are not roasted or salted. However, the kernels often do not germinate because they have been stored incorrectly or for too long.

Peanut kernels, the delicious snack

Peanuts are particularly popular as a snack. For this purpose, the dried kernels are dried in the shell, removed and then roasted. This is how the aroma really unfolds.

Peanuts can also be eaten raw or cooked. They can be used in the kitchen for various purposes:

  • peanut sauce
  • fall salads
  • peanut butter
  • vegetable soups
  • nut cake

tips and tricks

Peanuts are an exception among legumes. They are not poisonous and can be eaten raw or cooked. However, allergy sufferers must be careful when consuming the seeds because of the high histamine content.

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