What raw means
Raw pistachios have not been roasted. Their flavour and texture differ from roasted nuts. They can come in shell or as kernels: the shell describes the format, not whether they have been roasted. Choose Green Beat raw in-shell pistachios to open and enjoy naturally.
What roasting changes
Roasting changes aroma and texture. Roasted in-shell pistachios suit aperitifs and shared tables. Our roasted variety has no added salt. This does not mean sodium-free: consult the packaging for nutritional information.
Choose for your use
For eating directly, choose the flavour you prefer. For cooking, kernels save opening many shells. If a recipe calls for roasted pistachios, check whether it also expects salt and adjust the other ingredients. Choose the variety that works best for your preparation.
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Shell, skin and weight: what are you comparing?
An in-shell bag includes the weight of the hard shells. A bag of kernels contains the nuts without that outer shell, although their thin skin may remain. The price per kilogram therefore does not compare equal amounts of edible pistachio. For a recipe calling for 80 g of shelled nuts, weigh them after opening the shells or use kernels straight from the bag. For an aperitif, opening the shells can be part of the experience.
Combining the varieties
Try raw nuts for blending and roasted nuts for serving or adding to a finished dish. For a crunchy topping, add chopped pistachios just before eating so they absorb less liquid. Our guide to choosing pistachios for cooking explains the formats; check what your recipe requires before deciding which bag to buy.