Category: Nuts

Look for split shells and vivid green color. If you get a chance to taste the nuts before you buy them, then take a bite and look for a vivid green color within as this is usually a good indication that the pistachio is ripe and flavorsome. Is it better to buy pistachios shelled or […]

The brand of Costco pistachio nuts is Kirkland signature. These pistachios are California grown, roasted and salted. Where are Costco pistachios from? San Joaquin ValleyLocated in California’s fertile San Joaquin Valley, Wonderful Pistachios & Almonds owns, cultivates and harvests more than 75,000 acres of pistachio and almond orchards, and delivers pounds of nuts globally each […]

While the shell of the pistachio is naturally beige, the seed itself (the part we eat) is typically different shades of green with a bit of purple. This green color comes from chlorophyll, the same green pigment found in other fruits and vegetables like celery, green apples, and lettuce. What color should pistachios be? pale […]

The shell actually opens on its own during the growth process. As the pistachio nut grows, it expands until it pops its shell open. Sometimes, pistachio shells don’t open on their own. Often, this is caused by immature kernels that don’t grow properly. Is it OK to eat a closed pistachio? Can You Eat Closed […]

When feeding pistachios, remove the shells or buy no-shell pistachios to avoid them altogether. Not only are pistachios shells a choking hazard for your dog, but they can also cause gastrointestinal obstruction. Can dogs eat unshelled pistachios? With that said, there are some things to keep in mind: Never feed your dog unshelled pistachios (or […]

Nuts & Their Negative Effects If you eat rancid nuts, chances are you won’t suffer any side effects, other than the unpleasant taste in your mouth. But in some cases, rancid nuts can cause irritation to the lining of your stomach and intestines, and you may experience nausea, vomiting or diarrhea. Can you get sick […]

When it comes to price, in-shell pistachios seem more affordable. However, since they don’t undergo the shelling process, it’s normal to be less costly than shelled pistachios. 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, […]

Un-shelled pistachios = $1.04 per oz. Shelled pistachios = $0.95 per oz. Is it cheaper to buy shelled or unshelled pistachios? Shelled pistachios are less costly than in-shell pistachios. Because you know that you only pay for the kernels, not the shells or closed pistachios, which are hard to open. Many consumers prefer shelled over […]

Heat a large pot of boiling water. Drop the pistachios in the pot when the water comes to a rolling boil. Let the pistachios boil for about a minute or so, at which point you will notice the peels lifting off. The goal here is not to boil the pistachios til they are mushy, after […]

If I buy cooked unsalted nuts, how can I get salt on them? If you just sprinkle salt onto them – it will likely just fall off. The best way is to roast them gently in an oven for 5 minutes at a high temperature so that the natural oils come to the surface, and […]

Pistachios are considered to be a healthy food. Although there’s little argument that they are healthiest when consumed salt-free, many want salt on them. Manufacturers that produce pistachio nuts in quantity salt them by boiling the pistachios in a salt brine. What makes pistachios salty? The answer is no, pistachios are not salted naturally and […]

Yes, Pistachios can be soaked in water before eating. Soaking Pistachios makes it softer and increases its nutritive value. You need to soak Pistachios for approximately 5-6 hours. Yes, Pista can be soaked in water before eating to make it easy to digest. Which nuts to soak before eating? As a general rule with nuts: […]

The navel orangeworm feeds on a variety of fruits and nuts and is the most damaging caterpillar in pistachio. Almonds, figs, pomegranates, and walnuts are also major hosts. The pistachio nut is susceptible to infestation as soon as hull split occurs. What bugs eat pistachios? The small plant bugs that attack pistachios are Buckeye Bug […]

Flavors Include: Roasted & Salted, Red Chili, Green Chili, Garlic, Lemon-Lime, Ranch, Dill Pickle, Garlic & Honey, and Sriracha Honey. What Flavour are pistachios? What does a pistachio taste like? An unsalted pistachio is smooth in texture and finishes with a slightly sweet flavor. The pistachio is also encased a thin edible wrapper that gives […]

Conclusion: The study revealed the nephroprotective effect of the hydroalcoholic extract of pistachio. These findings suggest that pistachio treatment may attenuate renal dysfunction and structural damage through the reduction of oxidative stress and inflammation in the kidney. What nuts are good for kidneys? Macadamia nuts However, macadamia nuts are a delicious option for people with […]

How Long Do Pistachios Last? Pantry Fridge Shelled pistachios 5 months 1 year Unshelled pistachios 6 months 1 year How long do pistachios last after opening? The shells help protect the nuts and keep them from oxidizing. If a package is open, the nuts should be stored in an airtight container. This will help the […]

While we call them nuts, pistachios are the seeds of a fruit that grows in bundles (like grapes). Once the fruit is wrinkled and soft, each pistachio is harvested and when fully ripened, its shell will split, exposing the nut inside. Are soft pistachios bad? Rancid pistachios smell foul. Soft pistachios aren’t necessarily bad. They […]

Rancid nuts have an unpleasant sour or bitter flavor if that’s how your nuts taste, spit them out and throw the rest of the stock away. It’s preferable to eat an unopened bag of pistachios within one year of the roasting date printed on the packaging. How can you tell if pistachios are bad? Unfortunately, […]

Good pistachios have nuts that are yellow or green. When they go bad, they slowly begin to change to an ugly dark brown. Good pistachio nuts look full and rounded on the outside. Shriveled, dehydrated nuts probably mean your pistachios have gone rancid. How can you tell if pistachios are bad? Unfortunately, you usually can’t […]

The pistachio (/pɪˈstɑːʃiˌoʊ, -ˈstæ-/, Pistacia vera), a member of the cashew family, is a small tree originating from Central Asia and the Middle East. The tree produces seeds that are widely consumed as food. L. Pistacia vera is often confused with other species in the genus Pistacia that are also known as pistachio. Do pistachios […]