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General Produce
Pistachios
Receiving Inspecting:
Avoid nuts with moldy or rancid kernels. Nuts should be clean and free of severely damaged or cracked shells.
Storage Handling:
Short-term storage recommendation (7 days or less)
- 32-36° F/0-2° C
- 90-98% relative humidity (if nuts are packaged in moisture-proof containers)
NOTE: Reduce relative humidity to 60-65% for bulk nuts.
Shelf-Life:
30 days.
Troubleshooting:
If stored in a warm area, nuts may exhibit loss of flavor/texture, shriveling, moisture loss, or mold.
High humidity can result in mold or rancid flavor; store properly.
Usage Ideas:
- Flavor couscous with chopped dates and toasted nuts.
- Sauté green beans, chopped yellow bell peppers, and toasted nuts; deglaze with ginger-soy sauce.