List of culinary nuts
Culinary nuts are a type of food that are used in cooking or can be eaten raw. They are a significant source of nutrition, providing high levels of protein, dietary fiber, and essential fatty acids. This list includes both botanical nuts and culinary nuts.
Botanical Nuts[edit | edit source]
A botanical nut is a hard-shelled fruit that does not split open to release its seed.
- Acorn: The nut of the oak tree, acorns have been used as a food source by many cultures throughout history.
- Chestnut: A sweet, starchy nut used in a variety of culinary applications, from roasting to making flour.
- Hazelnut: Also known as filberts, hazelnuts are used in confectionery to make praline and also used in combination with chocolate to make products like Nutella.
Culinary Nuts[edit | edit source]
Culinary nuts are used in cooking and baking. They are not all true botanical nuts.
- Almond: A type of edible seed that is often categorized as a nut, almonds are used in a variety of dishes, including desserts, savory dishes, and as a snack.
- Cashew: A seed that is often categorized as a nut, cashews are used in a variety of dishes, including Indian and Thai cuisine.
- Peanut: Technically a legume, peanuts are often categorized as a nut due to their similar taste and texture. They are used in a variety of dishes, including peanut butter and desserts.
- Pistachio: A member of the cashew family, pistachios are used in a variety of dishes, including desserts and as a snack.
- Walnut: A type of edible seed that is often categorized as a nut, walnuts are used in a variety of dishes, including desserts, savory dishes, and as a snack.
See Also[edit | edit source]
This is a non-exhaustive food and drink related list.
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