Pistachio

For wholesale buyers, Şükür Kuruyemiş Antep Pistachios offer consistent quality and a long shelf life, making them perfect for high-volume operations. Their reliable supply, uniform size, and premium quality ensure ease of use in large-scale kitchen applications and food production processes. Whether you're creating pistachio-based spreads, snack mixes, or incorporating them into ice cream, Şükür Kuruyemiş Antep Pistachios provide the consistency and nutritional value to meet the demands of high-end, large-scale production.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Enrich your culinary creations with our high quality Pistachios; a sophisticated and versatile ingredient loved in professional kitchens for their exquisite aromas, vibrant colors and satisfying crunch. Chefs appreciate that they can be used whole, chopped, roasted or as a creamy paste, offering endless possibilities for creative menu development and catering to discerning palates.

Şükür Nuts for wholesale buyers Pistachio, offering consistent quality and long shelf life, making them perfect for high-volume operations. Their reliable supply, uniform size, and premium quality make them easy to use in large-scale kitchen applications and food production processes. Whether you're creating pistachio-based spreads, snack mixes, or incorporating them into ice cream, Şükür Kuruyemiş Pistachioprovides the consistency and nutritional value that meets the demands of high-end and large-scale production.

Frequently Asked Questions

General Information
- What are pistachios? Belonging to the gum tree family Pistacia vera It is a type of nut found inside the fruit of the tree, known for its unique flavor and green color.
- Why is pistachio called “Antep”? It is called by this name because the first pistachio enterprises in Türkiye were established in Gaziantep and production spread from there.
- Are pistachios a nut? Although botanically the seed of a fruit, it is considered a nut in terms of nutritional value and consumption patterns.
- Where do pistachios grow? It prefers arid and hot climates. In Türkiye, it grows mostly in the Southeastern Anatolia Region (especially Gaziantep, Şanlıurfa, and Siirt). It is also cultivated worldwide in countries such as Iran, the USA, and Italy.
Health and Nutrition
- What are the benefits of pistachios? High in healthy fats, protein, fiber, antioxidants, vitamins (B1, B6, E, K) and minerals (potassium, phosphorus, magnesium). It supports heart health, can help regulate blood sugar, is beneficial for eye health, protects cells thanks to its antioxidant properties and provides a feeling of satiety.
- Do pistachios make you gain weight? Although high in calories, it can help with weight management when portion control is observed thanks to the fiber and healthy fats it contains.
- How much pistachios should be consumed per day? Usually a handful (about 30 grams or 49 pieces) can be useful.
- Do pistachios raise cholesterol? On the contrary, it can help lower bad cholesterol thanks to the healthy fats it contains.
- Is there a pistachio allergy? Like other nuts, pistachios can cause allergies, but they are not as common as peanuts.
Use and Storage
- How to consume pistachios? It can be consumed raw, roasted, salted or used in many sweet and salty recipes (baklava, ice cream, kebabs, salads, etc.).
- How should pistachios be stored? Store in a cool, dry and airtight container. Shelled pistachios keep their freshness longer than unshelled pistachios. They can also be stored in the refrigerator.
- Why are pistachios green? It is green because it contains chlorophyll pigment. Quality pistachios have a vibrant green color.
- Can you eat pistachio shells? It is not usually eaten. Hard and difficult to digest.
Aquaculture and Trade (May be Related)
- When are pistachios harvested? It is usually ripened and harvested in August and September.
- Why are pistachio prices high? Factors such as difficult growing conditions, fluctuations in production volumes, and the cost of harvesting and processing can affect prices.
- How to recognize quality pistachios? It is important that the skins are cracked spontaneously, that the inside is plump and vibrant green in color, and that it has a fresh and distinctive aroma.