Pistachio, (Pistacia vera), small tree of the cashew family (
Anacardiaceae) and its edible
seeds, grown in dry lands in warm or temperate climates. The pistachio tree is believed to be
indigenous to
Iran. It is widely
cultivated from
Afghanistan to the Mediterranean region and in
California. The
seed kernels can be eaten fresh or roasted and are commonly used in a variety of desserts, including
baklava,
halvah, and
ice cream. They are also used for yellowish green colouring in confections. The seeds are high in
protein,
fat,
dietary fibre, and
vitamin B6.
Overview -
Pistachio nut. The
pistachio nut is a dry fruit of small size, lengthy, with a hard, thin and clear brown shell. The edible part is yellowish green and tender. ...
Pistachios are more and more consumed salted or roasted, and with shell as a snack
The pistachio is unique in the nut trade due to its semi-split shell which enables the processor to roast and salt the kernel without removing the shell, and which at the same time serves as a convenient form of packaging. About 90% of California pistachios are consumed as in-shell snacks. Shelled pistachios are utilized commercially in confectionery, ice cream, candies, sausages, bakery goods and flavoring for puddings. They can also be added to dressings, casseroles and other dishes.
Pistachio, (Pistacia vera), small tree of the cashew family (
Anacardiaceae) and its edible
seeds, grown in dry lands in warm or temperate climates. The pistachio tree is believed to be
indigenous to
Iran. It is widely
cultivated from
Afghanistan to the Mediterranean region and in
California. The
seed kernels can be eaten fresh or roasted and are commonly used in a variety of desserts, including
baklava,
halvah, and
ice cream. They are also used for yellowish green colouring in confections. The seeds are high in
protein,
fat,
dietary fibre, and
vitamin B6.
Overview -
Pistachio nut. The
pistachio nut is a dry fruit of small size, lengthy, with a hard, thin and clear brown shell. The edible part is yellowish green and tender. ...
Pistachios are more and more consumed salted or roasted, and with shell as a snack
The pistachio is unique in the nut trade due to its semi-split shell which enables the processor to roast and salt the kernel without removing the shell, and which at the same time serves as a convenient form of packaging. About 90% of California pistachios are consumed as in-shell snacks. Shelled pistachios are utilized commercially in confectionery, ice cream, candies, sausages, bakery goods and flavoring for puddings. They can also be added to dressings, casseroles