Author: Marilyn Medina

The curved fruit, which is not a true nut, is shaped like a large thick bean and can reach more than 2.5 cm (1 inch) long. It appears as though one of its ends has been forcibly sunk into a pear-shaped swollen stem (hypocarp), called the cashew apple. How big can cashews grow? 20- to […]

You should be washing nuts, seeds, and dried fruit before eating unless the packaging states that they are ready to eat. This is especially true if you have purchased them loose. Even if the nuts and seeds have been peeled, you just don’t know what could have happened during storage or transportation. Are cashews washed? […]

A bitter taste, brittle consistency, or very dry texture will indicate that the cashews are rancid and should be thrown away. Once cashews have gone rancid, refrigerating or freezing them will not make them good again. Why are my cashews bitter? Even if you get an odd one, they’re never bitter. However, once they’ve started […]

There are three different methods generally used in extracting cashew nut shell liquid from cashew nuts, namely mechanical, roasting and solvent extraction. The processes used are mainly hot-oil and roasting in which the CNSL oozes out from the shell. Can we get oil from cashew? Cashew nut is a high edible nut, it yields two […]

Another sign that your cashews are rotten is mold or other organic growth on the shells. Although low potency cashews won’t make you sick, they won’t be as good as fresh ones. They’ll also have a moldy or odd smell. There are specific indicators that you should keep an eye out for. Can mold grow […]

W – 180. W – 180, is the ‘ King of Cashew ‘ – They are larger in size and very expensive. W – 210, are popularly known as ‘ Jumbo ‘ nuts. W – 240, it is an attractive grade which is reasonably priced. How big can cashews get? The curved fruit, which is […]

The Cashew business is a lucrative one with an estimated return range of between 30 to 40 per cent within 3-5 years of cultivation which is no small margin of profit. Cashew business has for many years been a major source of food and income generation for many homes and corporate ventures. Is cashew nut […]

Cashews should be kept in an airtight container. They can spoil at room temperature. Refrigerated they can last up to six months and in the freezer, they can last up to one year. How do you store cashew nuts for a long time? Refrigerating or freezing can help them last longer if that is an […]

What Does It Taste Like? Cashews have a rich nutty flavor, similar to almonds or peanuts. When pureed, it may be hard to distinguish cashew butter from other nut butter like peanut or almond. Do cashews taste good? With their sweet, buttery taste, they’re everyone’s favorite nut, but are cashews good for you? Forget crunchy […]

Cashew nuts have a long shelf life when stored in the right conditions. Storing them in a cupboard will keep them fresh for up to 6 months. But your best bet is to store them in the freezer if you know you won’t eat them quickly enough. They can last more than a year in […]

In terms of their environmental impact cashews are quite water intensive. It takes around 6450 litres of water to produce 1 pound of cashew nuts! Growing cashew nuts doesn’t appear to cause any destruction to animals, soil, air or water as long as no pesticides are used. Which nuts are most environmentally friendly? At the […]

To recipes, they offer creaminess, lusciousness, and viscosity. And unlike many nuts or seeds, cashews don’t have an overpowering flavor. Once soaked, they become easy to blend up into a smooth sauce or “cheese”. Plus, cashews have wonderful nutritional benefits! Can I use salted cashews instead of Raw? You can use raw or roasted cashews, […]