Groundnut Nutritional Information : High In Protein, Fiber, Healthy Fats

Groundnut/Peanuts are known as Moongphali in India. India is one of the largest producers of groundnuts in the world. The special variety peanut of this area (Saurastra, Gujarat) is world famous in its flavor, taste and aroma. Raw Groundnut valued for its protein contents, which is of high biological value. 
Groundnut contains more protein then meat, two and half more than eggs and more than any other vegetable food. It also contains phosphorous, thiamin and niacin that help in building resistance against all infections, such as Hepatitis and tuberculosis. 

• Groundnut kernel popular across the international market as a table snack due to its characteristic natural flavor, nutty taste and crunchy texture. 
• It is consumed as fresh, roasted, dried, boiled and in so many recipes. 
• It is also used in manufacture of soap, cosmetics, shaving cream, lubricants etc. 
• It is also used for oil extraction, food and as an ingredient in confectionery products.