BBQ Corn Nuts
Get ready to elevate your snack game with these smoky, crunchy, and utterly addictive BBQ Corn Nuts! Made with rehydrated field corn kernels, this oven-roasted recipe transforms simple ingredients into a bold and flavorful treat. Each bite boasts the ultimate barbecue flavor, thanks to a tantalizing blend of BBQ seasoning, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and a touch of cayenne for subtle heat. Perfectly roasted to golden-brown, these corn nuts are irresistibly crisp and can be prepped with minimal effort. Whether you're planning a party, need a road-trip snack, or just crave something savory, these homemade BBQ Corn Nuts are sure to become a crowd-pleasing favorite. Plus, they stay fresh for up to two weeks! Give your snack stash a crunchy upgrade with this easy, flavor-packed recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Field corn kernels
- 4 cups Water
- 2 tablespoons Salt
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons BBQ seasoning
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
Instructions
Start by soaking the field corn kernels in water. In a large bowl, combine 2 cups of field corn kernels with 4 cups of water and 2 tablespoons of salt.
Allow the corn to soak for at least 8 hours or overnight to rehydrate and soften slightly.
After soaking, drain the corn kernels thoroughly and pat them dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a mixing bowl, toss the dried corn kernels with 3 tablespoons of olive oil to ensure an even coat.
Spread the corn kernels in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
Roast the corn in the oven for about 35-40 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes to ensure even browning. The corn should be golden brown and crunchy.
In a small bowl, combine 2 tablespoons of BBQ seasoning, 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika, 1 teaspoon of garlic powder, 1 teaspoon of onion powder, and 0.5 teaspoon of cayenne pepper.
Once the corn nuts are roasted, remove them from the oven and immediately sprinkle the mixed seasonings over the hot corn nuts. Toss well to ensure even coating.
Let the BBQ corn nuts cool down completely before serving or storing them in an airtight container. They can be stored for up to 2 weeks.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1914 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 62.1 g | 80% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.3 g | 46% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 15295 mg | 665% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 312.6 g | 114% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 32.5 g | 116% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.2 g | ||
| Protein | 40.5 g | 81% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 139 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 12.8 mg | 71% | |
| Potassium | 1334 mg | 28% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
