Description

Pistachio Slivers

Pistachio slivers are one of the most colorful and aromatic pistachio products, made from green pistachio kernels. They are mainly used for garnishing and flavoring various foods and desserts.

Main Uses of Pistachio Slivers:

1. Dessert and Pastry Decoration
   • Baklava
   • Gaz (Persian nougat)
   • Masghati (Persian soft confection)
   • Traditional and modern cakes and sweets
   • Desserts like panna cotta, ferni, halva, and more
2. Traditional Food Garnishing
   • On festive rice dishes (e.g., Shirin Polow, Morasa Polow, Zereshk Polow)
   • Combined with almond slivers and barberries for elegant food presentation
3. Industrial and Export Use
   • Chocolate-making industry
   • Production of specialty ice creams (e.g., traditional saffron ice cream)
   • Export to Gulf countries, Europe, and East Asia due to its vibrant color and rich flavor
4. Pharmaceutical & Cosmetic Use (limited)
   • As a natural colorant and fragrance in certain herbal medicines or soaps

Important Notes:

• Pistachio slivers must have a bright, uniform green color
• They should be intact and unbroken, especially for decorative purposes
• For export, they must be processed and packaged under specific standards

Pistachio Kernels

The pistachio kernel is the edible and valuable part of the pistachio, obtained after removing the hard outer shell. Depending on the harvest method, processing, and application, pistachio kernels come in various types:

Types of Pistachio Kernels:

1. Whole (Smiling) Pistachio Kernel:
   • From naturally opened (smiling) pistachios
   • Intact, large, and aesthetically pleasing
   • Ideal for nut mixes and export
2. Broken or Split Kernels:
   • From damaged pistachios during shelling
   • Commonly used in confectionery and food industries
3. Unripe (Green) Pistachio Kernels:
   • Harvested from unripe pistachios
   • Dark green and highly valuable
   • Used in luxury sweets, ice cream, and for export
4. Peeled (Double-skinless) Kernels:
   • After removing the thin skin around the kernel
   • Brighter green and more luxurious appearance
   • High-end product suited for premium markets
5. Halved Kernels (Lapeh):
   • Pistachio kernels cut in half
   • Used in industrial production or as food garnish

Main Uses of Pistachio Kernels:

• As part of nut assortments
• In confectionery (baklava, gaz, nougat, pistachio sweets)
• In food industry (ice cream, chocolate, pistachio butter, pistachio powder)
• For export (to Europe, Arab countries, China, India, etc.)
• For garnishing dishes like rice, desserts, and salads