Cashew Paste

Cashew paste is one of those simple kitchen staples that can completely transform both sweet and savoury recipes. Made with just soaked cashews, water, and a pinch of salt, it blends into a smooth, creamy paste that’s incredibly versatile and easy to prepare at home.

15 min + 2 h

Easy

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Recipe Ingredients

200 grams cashews, soaked for at least 2 hours
100-150 millilitres water
pinch of salt (optional)

Methods

1. Soak raw cashews in water for at least 2 hours or overnight. This softens them for easier blending.

2. After soaking, rinse the cashews thoroughly under cold running water and allow them to drain.

3. In a blender or food processor, combine the soaked cashews with a bit of water. Start with a small amount of water and gradually add more until you achieve the desired consistency. Adjust the water quantity based on your intended use.

4. Add a pinch of salt to enhance the flavour.

5. Blend until you get a smooth, creamy paste. This may take a few minutes.

6. Store the cashew paste in an airtight container in the refrigerator for later use, or incorporate it into your recipes.

Whether you’re stirring it into sauces, spreading it on bread, or using it for sweet rolls, frostings or desserts, homemade cashew paste is a handy recipe to keep in your collection. It has a naturally rich, nutty flavour and a silky texture that works beautifully in everyday cooking and baking.

This easy cashew paste recipe requires only three ingredients and a blender. Once you’ve made a batch, you can store it in the refrigerator and use it whenever you need a creamy, homemade addition to your favourite recipes.

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