Nuts

Quick Care Guide Common Name(s) Pistachio Scientific Name Pistacia vera Days to Harvest 5-7 years after planting; annually in the late fall Light Full sun… Read More »How Long Does It Take For Pistachios To Ripen?

According to Healthline and other sources, these nuts largely do not change in terms of health benefits, whether they’re roasted or raw. Both varieties contain… Read More »Do You Have To Roast Pistachios?

Make a very salty brine (dissolve salt in water) and put this in a clean spray bottle. Spread the pistachios on a baking tray and… Read More »How Do You Salt Pistachios In The Shell?

When are Pistachios ready to be Harvested? The nuts are harvested when the husk or hull covering the shell becomes fairly loose. As the nut… Read More »How Do You Know When Pistachios Are Ready?

Raw Pistachios have a starchy texture, similar to a fresh bean, and have a buttery and milky consistency. The nuts emit a citrus aroma and… Read More »Do Raw Pistachios Taste Good?

Mix 1 tbsp water with approximately 15 drops of your desired food coloring. Pour mixture over pistachios shells and mix well. If a darker color… Read More »How Do You Dye Pistachios?

Blanching does allow the pistachios to absorb a bit of water, but that only makes them easier to grind into a paste. Do I need… Read More »Why Do You Blanch Pistachios?

Putting Pistachios in an Airtight Container This is perhaps the best and most effective way to store pistachios. An airtight container will prevent the nuts… Read More »How Do You Keep Pistachios From Turning Brown?