Peanut, an Underground Fruit

November 2, 2013 ,

Whether we call it peanut or groundnut, this legume has a unique feature, because it buries its fruits after fertilization.

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Originally from South America, peanuts are grown in all tropical and subtropical regions of the world, the main producers being China and India. Used whole, crushed, ground, transformed into a paste, or even as oil, peanuts lend themselves to many culinary preparations.

Peanuts have a high protein content, so they can totally or partially replace meat and fish. They are also a source of good fats, vitamins and minerals. But unfortunately they are also among the major allergens, affecting about 1% of the population.

Try our recipes featuring peanuts:

Originally published in the Journal de Montréal on November 2nd, 2013.

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Cinzia Cuneo
Cinzia Cuneo, founder of SOSCuisine.com, never wanted to neglect the quality of her food. She shares her special expertise to make good food quickly and without complications!

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