White pine nuts (Pinus spp.) from China, marketed under the Orientalli® brand, supplied shelled and selected as Category 1. Pine nuts are the edible seeds of certain pine species and are valued for their naturally high oil content, delicate texture and distinctive mildly sweet, nutty flavor. This ready-to-use presentation makes them particularly convenient for culinary, bakery and foodservice applications.
Organoleptic Properties
Elongated ivory-white to pale cream kernels. Firm yet tender texture, slightly crisp when raw and creamy when chewed. Delicate, fresh nutty aroma. Mild, slightly sweet and buttery flavor with subtle resinous notes that become more pronounced when lightly toasted.
Suggested Uses
Ideal for direct consumption, pesto, salads, pasta, rice dishes, fillings, hummus, bakery, pastry, confectionery, granola, Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisine, culinary garnishes and gourmet applications. Light toasting enhances their aroma, develops deeper nutty notes and provides additional crispness.Ideal for direct consumption, pesto, salads, pasta, rice dishes, fillings, hummus, bakery, pastry, confectionery, granola, Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisine, culinary garnishes and gourmet applications. Light toasting enhances their aroma, develops deeper nutty notes and provides additional crispness.
Format
500 g cylinder (CIL). Category 1 shelled white pine nuts, selected and ready for culinary and commercial applications.
Storage and Handling
Due to their naturally high unsaturated fat content, store in a cool, dry place protected from light and heat. Once opened, keep tightly sealed and preferably refrigerated to minimize oxidation of the natural oils and preserve flavor.
Quality and Selection Criteria
Clean, dry and intact kernels with an ivory-white to cream coloration, fresh aroma and characteristic flavor. Free from rancidity, moisture, mold, insects, shell residues and foreign material. Category 2 may present greater natural variation in size, coloration or proportion of pieces compared with higher grades without compromising product safety.
Origin
China.
White pine nuts are edible seeds obtained from selected Pinus species. China is one of the world's major commercial origins for pine nuts and produces several types depending on species and growing region. Nutritionally, pine nuts provide unsaturated fats, plant protein, magnesium, phosphorus, zinc and vitamin E. Because removing the shell exposes their natural oils to oxygen, airtight and cool storage is particularly important to maintain freshness and prevent the development of rancid flavors.
