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How to Crack Macadamia Nuts

Macadamia trees came to Hawaii in 1882. Now the state grows most of the world's supply of macadamia nuts. Considered a delicacy, these nuts are in high demand despite their elevated cost. You can have a difficult time opening this nut since its shell is the hardest in the nut family. There are several ways to break the shell while keeping the macadamia nut intact.

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    Instructions

      • 1

        Set a macadamia nut in a recess either in the ground or in a rock. Hit the nut with a rock or a hammer to break it open.

      • 2

        Use a nutcracker that's specifically designed for opening macadamia nuts. You can find macadamia nut crackers at websites like Bono Macs of Hawaii or Gold Crown Macadamia Association.

      • 3

        Roast your macadamia nuts in their shells before you attempt to remove them. This dries out the shells to make them easier to crack.

      • 4

        Boil the macadamia nuts to soften the shells slightly for easier removal.

    Tips & Warnings

    • Set the nut in a recess that's big enough to keep the nut in place without causing it to bounce out of its hold when you strike it.

    • Have patience when you attempt to crack open a macadamia nut without a nut cracker. Expect some trial and error before you're able to break into the shell without destroying the nut inside.

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