Speeding up soaking of cashews for a recipe
I am trying to follow a Sri Lankan recipe that asks me to soak cashews overnight. Since I can't really wait that long, is there a way to speed up this process? Would putting it in hot water help the process?
Best Answer
The use of a pressure cooker would rapidly accelerate the absorption of water. It risks over doing it and also 'cooks' the cashews so this may not be the best solution for your recipe but the pressure vessel would force the moisture inward to the nut.
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How do you speed soak cashews?
So to quickly soak cashews just the same \u2013 we have an alternative method. All you need to do is place your cashews into a pot, cover with water, and bring to a boil. Once the water is boiling, squirt some lemon juice in there (totally optional), remove from heat, and cover. Let that sit for about 15 minutes.How long do cashews need to soak?
Add the cashews to a bowl and cover with enough water to cover them. Soak overnight or for 5-8 hours. You can leave them soaking on the counter or place them in the fridge. Drain and thoroughly rinse the soaked cashews.How do you soak cashews in the microwave?
If you want them now, quick soak raw cashews by putting them in a heat-proof measuring cup (think Pyrex), covering them with water, and then microwaving on high for two minutes.How to Soak Cashews Quickly
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Answer 2
If you put your cashews in a crock-pot, that would speed up the process. Whether this would turn your cashews into something similar to boiled peanuts, I am not sure, but worth a shot.
Answer 3
The pressure cooker is the best option for you, you'll cook them fast. But if the recipe asks you to soak up the cashews all night is for 2 reasons:
- Get them softer so they'll cook faster
- To remove the heaviness of the cashews, by throwing away the soaking water
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