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PISTACHIOS, SHELLED, RAW - Kosher/Gluten Free
PISTA-5
Description:
Pistachios are native to Central and Western Asia. They were brought to Rome in the 1st Century on the trade route from Syria. Pistachios grow on trees which average twenty feet in height. The trees grow in the Mediterranean, the Mideast and parts of the U.S. The Nuts are encased in a sticky husk which is removed before the Nuts are dried. Once dried, Pistachios are green and tan in color. our Pistachios have been hulled (shell removed) and unsalted. Pistachios are rich in Calcium, Thiamine, Phosphorus, Iron, and Vitamin A.
The voluntary recall of pistachios announced by the FDA on March 30th 2009 DOES NOT INCLUDE pistachios from Chieftain Wild Rice Company. Pistachios sold by Chieftain Wild Rice Company are not sourced from Setton Pistachio, the company that has been implicated in this issue. Our pistachio supplier actively monitors for microbial contamination in their pistachio products.
Ingredient Statement:
Pistachios. (Contains Tree Nuts)
Product Description
Pistachios are native to Central and Western Asia. Pistachios grown on trees which average twenty feet in height. These trees grown in the Mediterranean, the Mideast and parts of the U.S. Pistachios are rich in Calcium, Thiamin, Phosphorus, Iron and Vitamin A.
Physical
Color: Light to dark green with tan specs.
Flavor: Typical of pistachios.
Size: Max 5% through a ¼ inch square sieve.
Chemical
Moisture: <12%
Sulfites: N/A
Heat Level: N/A
Ingredient Statement:
Pistachios.
Allergen Statement
Contains Tree Nuts.
Packaging & Storage
Shelf Life: Min 12 months (under optimum storage conditions).
Packaging: Poly bag in box.
Storage Conditions: Store in a dry, cool place.
Microbiological
SPC: <100,000 cfu / g
COLIFORM: <1000 cfu / g
YEAST: <2500 cfu / g
MOLD: <2500 cfu / g
Due to the nature of raw, agricultural products, the microbiological data provided should be considered as guidelines.
About Nutritional Information
Chieftain Wild Rice Company gathers nutritional information from highly regarded sources. Nutritional analysis can vary due to growing conditions, frequency of testing, and other factors.
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Serving Size 100g (uncooked) | |
| Amount Per Serving | |
| Calories 557 | Calories from Fat 396 |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 44g | 68% |
| Saturated Fat 5g | 25% |
| Trans Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 0g | 0% |
| Sodium1 mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 28g | 9% |
| Dietary Fiber 10g | 40% |
| Sugars 8g | |
| Protein21 g | |
| Vitamin A | 11% |
| Vitamin C | 8% |
| Calcium | 11% |
| Iron | 22% |
| * The Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. | |
Pistachios are great in desserts and on ice cream. Use them in appetizers such as pate in main dishes. They go particularly well with chicken and seafood. Roasted Pistachios in rice seasoned with Saffron makes a delicious side dish.
Recommended Preparation Instructions:
Ready to use if needed raw. To toast, place seeds in large frying pan over medium flame for 2 minutes, stirring constantly until seeds turn a golden brown.