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Pinus coulteri |
July: Cone growth continues, active photosynthesis.
Safe for humans, may cause mild allergic reactions. California pine is a source of pinyon nuts for Native Californian peoples.. Seed harvesting is traditionally done by hand.. Nuts are used in food and folk medicine..
Large tree with heavy cones and long needles.. Grows on rocky slopes of southern California..
Cone and seed collection in autumn. Uses large seeds — pinyon nuts.
Best collection time is when cones start to open.. Seeds are extracted after drying cones..
Shell seeds from hard outer coat.. Dry seeds for long-term storage.. Seeds are suitable for consumption after heat treatment.
Seed: Large nut with rich flavor
Shell: Hard, inedible
Shell: Hard, inedible
Roasted pinyon nuts (Roasting)
Tasty and nutritious snack
Tasty and nutritious snack
1. Roast shelled nuts in a dry pan until golden brown.
2. Cool and serve as a snack or salad topping.
2. Cool and serve as a snack or salad topping.
Pesto with pinyon nuts (Blending)
Italian sauce with nutty flavor
Italian sauce with nutty flavor
1. Blend basil, garlic, pinyon nuts, parmesan cheese, and olive oil.
2. Process until smooth.
3. Serve with pasta or bread.
2. Process until smooth.
3. Serve with pasta or bread.
Salad with pinyon nuts (Mixing)
Light salad with crunchy texture
Light salad with crunchy texture
1. Mix fresh vegetables and greens.
2. Add roasted pinyon nuts.
3. Dress with olive oil and lemon juice.
2. Add roasted pinyon nuts.
3. Dress with olive oil and lemon juice.
Baking with pinyon nuts (Baking)
Adds aroma and texture
Adds aroma and texture
1. Add nuts to cookie or pie dough.
2. Bake according to recipe.
3. Serve with tea or coffee.
2. Bake according to recipe.
3. Serve with tea or coffee.