Crunch your way to snack bliss with these Paleo Homemade Roasted Corn Nuts, the perfect guilt-free treat for health-conscious snackers! Made from rehydrated dried hominy and roasted to golden perfection with a flavorful blend of coconut oil, sea salt, garlic powder, and paprika, this recipe transforms simple ingredients into a savory, crispy delight. Perfect for paleo diets and naturally gluten-free, these corn nuts are a wholesome alternative to store-bought snacks. With only 10 minutes of prep time and a hands-off roasting process, you'll have a batch of crispy corn kernels ready to satisfy your cravings in just over an hour. Enjoy these roasted corn nuts as a midday snack, a crunchy salad topper, or a crowd-pleasing party appetizer. They're easy to make, incredibly addictive, and perfect for snacking anytime!
Rinse and soak the dried hominy corn in water overnight to rehydrate them. Drain and rinse again before cooking.
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the rehydrated hominy corn with melted coconut oil, sea salt, garlic powder, and paprika. Mix well to coat the kernels evenly.
Spread the seasoned hominy in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
Roast in the preheated oven for 45-60 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes, until the corn nuts are golden brown and crunchy.
Remove from the oven and let them cool completely. They will continue to harden as they cool.
Store the roasted corn nuts in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
Calories |
1715 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 43.5 g | 56% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.1 g | 126% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2355 mg | 102% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 309.2 g | 112% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 29.7 g | 106% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.0 g | ||
| Protein | 30.4 g | 61% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 34 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 9.9 mg | 55% | |
| Potassium | 1187 mg | 25% | |
*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.