Do you prefer Shelled Sunflower seeds (outer shells removed) or Unshelled Sunflower seeds with hard outer shell still intact?

I prefer Unshelled Sunflower seeds as a snack as outer hard shell can be flavored with seasoning. Also shell-cracking process slows down eating-making them ideal for extended activities like watching a movie or on long road trips. When buying roasted bagged seeds from store, I like to toast mine in a hot skillet for 5 minutes as it give it slight smokey flavor for extra punch.

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I like them both ways but without the hard shell makes it easier to swallow quicker :)

I like them both ways but without the hard shell makes it easier to swallow quicker :)

The hard shells were not meant to be swallowed and should be spit out. Hold the seed with two finger in front of your mouth and break the hard shell with your front teeth. It is worth the trouble.

Thank you Golden :)

Shelled Sunflower seeds (outer shells removed)

Shelled Sunflower seeds (outer shells removed)

I also see alot of people in restaurants put sunflower seed on their salad to give it a crunch. I guess the seeds can be labeled as part of a healthy diet :)

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That looks so good!