Ingredients
500g of unshelled walnuts (about two generous handfuls)
1.5 liters of water
Optional, for a light fragrance
1 bay leaf
or a small piece of orange or lemon zest
or ½ teaspoon of mild spices (cinnamon or anise, for example)
Steps
Bring a pot of water to a boil.
Plunge the unshelled walnuts into the water and let them boil for about 5 minutes, so that the heat effectively reduces their bitterness.
Drain them thoroughly, then let them cool and air dry.
Once dry, peel them: they are ready to be eaten as is or used in cooking.
These proportions allow the nuts to be properly immersed for a homogeneous action, without altering their texture or flavor.
Adopting this little ritual before eating nuts transforms a banal gesture into a gourmet habit that makes all the difference.
