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Juglans cinerea |
July: Fruits continue to develop, walnuts remain green.
Edible, not poisonous. Used in folk medicine to improve circulation. In North American traditions symbolizes health and longevity.
Medium-sized tree with pinnate leaves. Fruits have thin shells and ripen in autumn.
Grows in deciduous forests of eastern North America Harvest fruits in autumn after natural drop
Best to collect nuts immediately after falling to avoid spoilage. Shell is relatively thin but hard, hammer can be used for cracking.
Nuts are dried in shade, avoiding direct sunlight. Store shelled kernels in cool, dry place. Used like common nuts.
Kernel: Cream-colored, oily, with mild nutty flavor
Shell: Thin, light brown
Leaves: Pinnate, used in traditional medicine
Shell: Thin, light brown
Leaves: Pinnate, used in traditional medicine
Walnut Oil (Cold pressing)
Rich in beneficial fatty acids, delicate aroma
Rich in beneficial fatty acids, delicate aroma
1. Shell and dry kernels.
2. Cold press to extract oil.
3. Store in tightly sealed container in fridge.
2. Cold press to extract oil.
3. Store in tightly sealed container in fridge.
Walnut Cookies (Baking)
Crispy and fragrant
Crispy and fragrant
1. Chop kernels and add to dough.
2. Bake at 180°C for 12–15 minutes.
3. Cool before serving.
2. Bake at 180°C for 12–15 minutes.
3. Cool before serving.
Salad with Walnuts (Mixing)
Adds crunch and aroma
Adds crunch and aroma
1. Add chopped walnuts to vegetable salad.
2. Dress with olive oil and lemon juice.
3. Serve chilled.
2. Dress with olive oil and lemon juice.
3. Serve chilled.
Walnut Sauce (Grinding and mixing)
Suitable for meat and vegetable dishes
Suitable for meat and vegetable dishes
1. Grind walnuts into a paste.
2. Add garlic, herbs, and olive oil.
3. Mix until smooth.
2. Add garlic, herbs, and olive oil.
3. Mix until smooth.