Nuts are 10 to 25 per cent protein, high in polyunsaturated fat and a good source of iron, calcium, potassium, phosphorus, thiamine, riboflavin, Vitamin E and fibre.
There are two kinds of almond - sweet and bitter. The bitter kind is never eaten raw, but its essence can be used. The sweet almond can be purchased shelled, unshelled, whole, slivered, flaked, ground and as an almond paste - the latter is used to make nougat, marzipan and other confectionery.
Brazil nuts are sold shelled and unshelled, but generally whole for use as a snack. They are regarded as one of the most nutritious nuts due to their high protein, fat and phosphorus content.
The cashew nut, a popular cocktail snack grows as a knob on an apple-like fruit. The shell contains toxic oil which should be removed by roasting before shelling the nut.
It is also known as Queensland nuts and there are two kinds - one with a rough shell and the other with a smooth shell, both of which are difficult to crack. For this reason they are sold shelled.
Pecan nuts are sold shelled or unshelled, whole, in pieces, roasted or fresh - and generally without salt. Pecans are often used in baking and for confectionery.
The quality of nuts is related to their freshness and the turnover in the market place.
Thanks for the list of nuts. H5
Love the Macadamia Nuts, can't handle Cashews ..
select one here...