Open Pesky Pistachio Nuts
Crack the code to those stubborn pistachio shells with this ingenious recipe for "Open Pesky Pistachio Nuts." Say goodbye to frustration and hello to perfectly shelled nuts with a simple soaking technique that softens even the toughest shells. Soaking the pistachios in warm water makes the shells slightly pliable, while a quick cool-down in ice water gives you a solid grip for easier opening. Using a butter knife or a pistachio shell as a handy lever, you'll easily unlock the treasure inside. Perfect for snacking or adding to recipes, this method guarantees fresh, intact pistachio kernels every time. Ideal for nut lovers and snack enthusiasts, this step-by-step guide is your ultimate solution for tackling those pesky pistachios!
Log this recipe in SnapCalorie
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Pistachio nuts (unshelled)
- 2 cups Warm water
- 1 medium-sized Bowl of ice water
- 1 tool Butter knife or shell of another pistachio
Instructions
Measure 1 cup of pistachio nuts and place them in a medium bowl.
Pour 2 cups of warm water over the pistachios and let them soak for 5 minutes. This helps loosen the shells slightly.
While waiting, prepare a bowl of ice water to cool the pistachios after soaking.
Drain the pistachios from the warm water and immediately transfer them into the ice water. Let them sit for 2 minutes to cool and tighten slightly for better grip.
Remove one pistachio from the bowl. Examine the shell for a small opening or crack.
If the pistachio has a crack, insert the edge of a butter knife, or use half of a previously opened pistachio shell as a lever. Twist gently until the shell pops open.
If no crack is visible, gently tap the pistachio with the blunt side of the butter knife or press lightly on the shell to encourage a small break, then repeat the opening steps.
Discard the empty shells and enjoy the pistachio kernels as you open them.
Repeat this process for the entire batch, and serve immediately or store in an airtight container.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
889 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 72.2 g | 93% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.3 g | 42% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 44.4 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.7 g | 60% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.1 g | ||
| Protein | 33.3 g | 67% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 167 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 6.1 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 1611 mg | 34% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
