Pecan Nuts

Pecan nuts are the fruit of the North American tree Carya illinoinensis and rank among popular tree nuts. They have a smooth brown shell and gently grooved kernels with a naturally sweet, buttery flavour. They are an excellent source of healthy monounsaturated fats, vitamin E, magnesium and manganese. In the kitchen they are most commonly used in American pecan pie, but they also work wonderfully in granola, salads with goat's cheese, caramelised as a snack or in chocolate desserts. Their naturally sweet flavour sets them apart from other nut varieties and makes them a popular ingredient in both sweet and savoury dishes.