Peanut, Color : Light Brown, Off White, Packaging Type : Jute Bag

Description:

Groundnuts, also known as peanuts, earthnuts, or goober peas, are edible legumes cultivated widely for their nutritious kernels. These grow underground in pods and are harvested for both consumption and industrial uses. +1

• Texture & Taste: Nutty, slightly sweet flavour; crunchy when raw or roasted; soft when boiled. +1
• Protein & Nutrients: Rich in plant protein, dietary fibre, vitamins (especially B vitamins, vitamin E), and minerals (magnesium, phosphorus, potassium). +2APEDA+2

Uses:

• Culinary: Eaten raw, roasted, boiled, or fried. Used in snacks, sweets (chikki, laddoos), peanut butter, nut butters, sauces, times as flavouring agent. ++2
• Animal Feed: After oil extraction, the leftover cake (groundnut meal / de-oiled cake) is used as protein-rich livestock feed.

Health Benefits:

• Supports heart health due to healthy fats (monounsaturated & polyunsaturated) and antioxidants. SOM Bikaneri+1
• Fibre improves digestion; micronutrients support overall wellness.

Storage & Shelf Life:

• Store in a cool, dry place to prevent moisture buildup and mold / aflatoxin contamination.