Toasted Pine Nuts
November 29, 2016
I just love pine nuts especially when they're toasted (aka PiƱon pronounced "pin - yon" or Italian Pignolia or Pinoli - read an article explaining the difference https://pinonnuts.com/AboutPineNuts1.htm). They're a little on the pricey side, but what nuts aren't these days & considering how healthy nuts are... they're worth the cost!
Yield: 6 oz
Directions
1 Preheat your skillet on medium heat for 3 minutes till hot.
2 Add 1/2 the pine nuts (3 oz, so you don't crowd the skillet) & gently stir-fry 2 to 3 minutes till they just start to brown slightly (lower heat if they brown too fast).
3 Remove to a small plate & refrigerate to cool.
4 Repeat steps 2 & 3 with remaining 3 oz of pine nuts. Then use in your recipe (see Tip#2).
Tips & Suggestions
1 Shelled pine nuts can be found in most major supermarkets. I like to buy a large amount & roast them all at the same time.
2 Store them either in the frig or freezer, in a covered glass container, so you'll always have some on hand for salads, pesto or to use in other recipes.
I have never really thought of toasting pine nuts before. Thank you for broadening my horizon.
Wait till you take them Georgina… they’re yummy!
You’re welcome Teesha… enjoy!
I love nuts and no doubt I will love this as well. Will give it a try. Thanks for shating
Great Julia! They’re especially tasty as a garnish
I think this is new to me, but I would love trying this out at home. Looks nice to eat!
They are John & I hope you enjoy them if you decide to try them!
Never tried yet but it looks crunchy. Hope to find that nuts in the Asian market. I always have peanuts in my bag while traveling.
Actually these nuts are on the soft side, that what makes them so unusual & they are so tasty! You can find these in regular supermarkets as well as specialty stores.
Looks yummy. Though I am not a foodie, but would surely love to try your toasted pine nuts.
Hope you like ’em if you try ’em Vimal!
I’ve tried toasted peanuts and hazelnuts but this is new. I’m sure they taste yummy. Thanks for this guide.