Walnuts, almonds, pistachios, and pine nuts bring richness and texture to sweets, rice dishes, and celebratory platters.
About Nuts
Walnuts, almonds, pistachios, and pine nuts bring richness and texture to sweets, rice dishes, and celebratory platters.
This pantry entry is part of the Sumac Files ingredient archive, designed to help readers understand not only what the ingredient is, but where it appears in the cuisine and how to shop for it with confidence.
Common Uses
- Maqluba
- Musakhan
- Maamoul
- Knafeh
Shopping Tips
- Buy from stores with high turnover.
Storage Tips
- Freeze nuts for longer freshness.
Substitutions
- Use seeds where nut allergies require substitutions.