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Afghanistan
Pine Nuts Jalghoza – 500g
93,96 €
In stock
Jalghoza pine nuts – a rare delicacy
These pine nuts come from Paktia Province in eastern Afghanistan, where they grow wild in the forests of the Hindu Kush mountains. Jalghoza is a rare variety found only in the area between Afghanistan and Pakistan.
Only a very small number of pine trees bear the cones that contain the sought-after kernels. Local families collect the cones by hand and gently roast them over a fire, so the kernels are released without losing their natural aroma and texture.
Characteristics
- Origin: Paktia, Afghanistan
- Larger and more robust than pine nuts from China and Siberia
- Flavor: Buttery with floral notes, rounded off with lavender and thyme
- Texture: Full-bodied, creamy, and rich in oils
Use
Jalghoza pine nuts add a distinctive depth to both classic and modern dishes. They are ideal in pesto, salads, baked goods, or as a topping on vegetable and meat dishes. The complex flavor profile makes them especially well suited in combination with fresh herbs and acidic elements.
Jalghoza pine nuts – a rare delicacy
These pine nuts come from Paktia Province in eastern Afghanistan, where they grow wild in the forests of the Hindu Kush mountains. Jalghoza is a rare variety found only in the area between Afghanistan and Pakistan.
Only a very small number of pine trees bear the cones that contain the sought-after kernels. Local families collect the cones by hand and gently roast them over a fire, so the kernels are released without losing their natural aroma and texture.
Characteristics
- Origin: Paktia, Afghanistan
- Larger and more robust than pine nuts from China and Siberia
- Flavor: Buttery with floral notes, rounded off with lavender and thyme
- Texture: Full-bodied, creamy, and rich in oils
Use
Jalghoza pine nuts add a distinctive depth to both classic and modern dishes. They are ideal in pesto, salads, baked goods, or as a topping on vegetable and meat dishes. The complex flavor profile makes them especially well suited in combination with fresh herbs and acidic elements.SKU: 7080290
Taste: Complex, butter, flowers, forest, lavender, thyme
Color: light
Country: Afghanistan
Production: The pine cones are collected by local families, who gently roast them over a fire to make the kernels fall out. Jalghoza pine nuts are larger and more robust than the ones we most often see from China
Aroma: forest, fresh
Storage: Chilled product
If you place your order before 12:00 noon, Monday–Thursday, we will dispatch your order the same day.
- You can expect a delivery time of 1–2 days.
- We do not dispatch orders on Fridays, Saturdays, or Sundays.
- If you are interested in a made-to-order item, please contact us at sales@gourmetengros.com.
Delivery of chilled goods:
All chilled goods are shipped securely in insulated boxes with plenty of ice packs, so your package stays cold during transport. We guarantee that the package remains cold for up to 12 hours after arrival at the selected parcel shop. Please make sure to collect your package promptly. If the package is collected later than 12 hours after arrival, the right to make a complaint is void.
Shipping of frozen goods to private customers:
All frozen goods shipped to private customers are sent to thaw in the insulated box. Please order your items according to when you need them. You can always choose your preferred delivery date at checkout.
If you do NOT wish to receive your frozen goods thawed, you can purchase frozen shipping here. Please note that we only guarantee that your goods remain frozen for up to 12 hours after delivery to the parcel shop. Therefore, make sure to collect your package promptly.
