Dehydrated sunflower seeds
Dehydrated sunflower seeds
Once the seeds have been removed from the brooms,
they should be washed and dried again before storage and consumption.
Sunflower should be under 10% moisture i.e., between 9% and 10% is best – for proper storage. Oil sunflower moisture content should be 10% or less for winter storage and 8% or less for storage during warmer months.
Steps for preparation
- Wash the seeds and clean them of dirt, flower particles, and other plant matter mixed in during the removal process.
- Once the seeds are soaked and cleaned, they can be left to dry fully before storage.
- Sunflower seeds are typically air-dried. Spread the seeds out in a single layer over a thick towel laid on a flat surface.
- Allow the process to run its course for over several hours until the seeds are completely dry.
- Use this time to inspect for and remove broken seeds and other debris.