Category: Nuts

Pistachios get their yellow hue from a catechin called epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG). EGCG may protect our cells from oxidative damage from free radicals. How do I know if my pistachios are bad? Unfortunately, you usually can’t see if the pistachios are rancid or not. But you can smell and sample them to find out. If […]

Turkey produces two types of pistachios: Antep, which are the small, slim ones in brown shells from the area around Gaziantep in western Turkey, and round, fatter nuts with pale beige shells from Siirt, in eastern Turkey, not far from the border with Iraq. Are pistachios from Turkey? Turkey is one of the main pistachio […]

FREEZING TIME A freezer is an even better option for long-term storage. In-shell pistachios stay flavorful for up to two years when properly frozen. Pistachio kernels do not freeze as well, long term, and should be used within one year. Always put the nuts in an airtight container. How do I freeze pistachios? How to […]

In raw form, in-shell vs shelled pistachios taste the same. It is the kernel we eat after all. Why are pistachios always sold in the shell? You might suspect that would make pistachios without shells cheaper. But if you look at the prices charged by retailers, pistachios without shells tend to be more than twice […]

Summary: A diet that incorporates a daily dose of pistachios may help reduce the risk of lung and other cancers, according to new research. What foods help repair lungs? The 20 Best Foods for Lung Health Beets and beet greens. The vibrantly colored root and greens of the beetroot plant contain compounds that optimize lung […]

Pistachios are also produced in Italy, with more than 90% of the production concentrated in the Bronte area (the Eastern Sicilian province of Catania). Total production of the marketable crop (in-shell pistachios) in Italy varies between 2.5 and 3 thousand tonnes per year. Do pistachios grow in Germany? There is no production of pistachios in […]

Pistachio plants are suprisingly hardy and will grow on well in a sheltered spot into a bushy shrub. Grown for their tasty nuts the delicate silvery foliage also makes a nice feature in a sunny garden. Each pot contains a small male and female plant which will grow on over the next few months and […]

Product Description Our Raw Pistachios are shelled and have no added salt. They are great in taste and also very nutritious, you would have to eat two plums to get the same amount of fiber found in one serving of pistachios! Its a great choice for making Baklava or as a healthy on-the-go snack! Are […]

Great Taste in a Nutshell! Simple Truth Organic Pistachios are a tasty travel companion for all of life’s adventures and a simply delicious everyday snack. Are there organic pistachios? Loved by adults and children alike, Organic Pistachios are a versatile nut that is sure to please. Tierra Farm sources raw, Organic Pistachios in the shell, […]

California’s San Joaquin Valley. Grown for us in California’s San Joaquin Valley, Trader Joe’s Dry Roasted & Salted Pistachios are produced without the use of a medium like oil or water (hence, dry-roasted.) Where do Trader Joe’s pistachios come from? Irresistible is exactly how we’ll describe Trader Joe’s Garlic & Onion Pistachios. These are California-grown, […]

CALIFORNIA GROWN: Wonderful Pistachios owns, cultivates and harvests more than 75,000 acres of pistachio and almond California orchards, where we carefully tend and harvest using the latest sustainable practices. Where does Costco get their pistachios from? Located in California’s fertile San Joaquin Valley, Wonderful Pistachios & Almonds owns, cultivates and harvests more than 75,000 acres […]

On March 9, The Wonderful Company recalled various flavors and sizes of in-shell and shelled pistachios sold under the brand names Wonderful, Paramount Farms and Trader Joe’s. The recalled nuts were sold nationwide and in Canada, Mexico and Peru. The full list of recalled products is here. Are Wonderful Pistachios Safe? A: Yes. Any recalled […]

The world’s largest importers of this commodity group in 2020: China – 22% of the world imports ($659 million) Germany – 17.2% ($507 million) Who is the largest exporter of pistachios? IranIran is the world’s largest exporter of pistachio kernels in the world, on average accounting for 60% to 70% of the world’s total exports. […]

Other favorites aren’t exactly natural, but the squirrels love them anyway. These additional foods include peanuts, peanut butter, pecans, pistachios, grapes, corn, squash, zucchini, pumpkin, strawberries, carrots, apples, sunflower seeds and even snack items, such as Oreo® cookies. Can squirrels eat pistachios with Shell? Yes, pistachios are safe for squirrels, if fed in moderation. One […]

Pistachios are not true botanical nuts. In fact, they’re the edible seed of the pistachio tree fruit. However, like many other seeds, they’re still considered a nut for culinary purposes, as well as a tree nut among those with allergies. Are pistachios actually a nut? The pistachio isn’t really a nut at all. Technically, it […]

Yes, both wild and pet squirrels will go crazy over pistachios. There isn’t much that a squirrel won’t eat, but they go crazy whenever they see nuts. Can I give pistachios to squirrels? Other favorites aren’t exactly natural, but the squirrels love them anyway. These additional foods include peanuts, peanut butter, pecans, pistachios, grapes, corn, […]

Originally Answered: Why does pistachio ice cream or pudding taste nothing like the nut? It tates good and goes well with pistachio nuts but what is the flavor really? Pistachio ice cream, Gelato, pudding, cake, and cookies are flavored with bitter almond extract. Does pistachio pudding taste like pistachio? It’s an unnaturally bright color of […]

Product Description. Pack of 96 single-serving 1-ounce bags of our best-selling Wonderful Roasted and Salted Pistachios. How many pistachios are in a bag of pistachios? Roughly speaking, there are between 180 -200 shelled pistachios in 100 grams as opposed to 90-100 in-shell pistachios. One pound of in-shell pistachios would yield 2 cups (8.67 ounces) of […]

Setton Farms Premium California Dry Roasted Pistachios – 2lb at Menards Everyday Low Price $13.99 11% Mail-In Rebate Good Through 8/7/22 $1.54 How much is a 1 lb bag of pistachios? $19.99 / 1lb bag ($19.99/lb) Quantity Price per bag 1 – 5 $19.99/bag ($19.99/lb) 6 – 10 $19.39/bag ($19.39/lb) 11+ $18.99/bag ($18.99/lb) How much […]

A quick price-per-ounce analysis seemed to confirm my priors: The shell-on pistachios cost 75 cents per ounce, while the shell-off kind were twice as expensive, at $1.50 per ounce. But that’s not the comparison we want. Is it cheaper to buy pistachios shelled or unshelled? Shelled pistachios are less costly than in-shell pistachios. Because you […]