CASHEWS RECIPES
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5 mins
Let’s Learn More About… Cashews
Did you know that cashews (Anacardium occidentale L.) are native to North-east Brazil? During the 16th century, the Portuguese took cashews from Brazil and introduced them into India (Kerala and Goa), Indonesia and Portuguese colonies in Africa such as Mozambique and Guinea Bissau.
New Cashew Products
Cashews are quite a versatile product as there are many ways that it can be consumed, and it is greatly appreciated in many parts of the globe. With its creamy texture, it can be enjoyed alone as a snack, or it can be added to sweet dishes, just as well as to savory ones. It can also serve as an alternative to many dairy products making it perfect for a vegan or plant-based diet. As more focus is put on switching to a plant-based diet, companies will without a doubt look to the cashew as a product with many innovative opportunities.
Healthy Snack: Roasted Cashews
Looking for a healthy and nutritious snack to take with you when you’re on the go? Look no further. Take cashews! Did you know that cashews are high in vitamin K and minerals such as iron, magnesium, phosphorus, zinc, manganese and copper? They are also a source of fiber, thiamin, pantothenic acid and minerals like potassium and selenium.
Why Eat Cashews
Cashews may help improve your overall health. Cashews are low in sugar and rich in fiber, heart-healthy fats, and plant protein. They’re also a good source of copper, magnesium, and manganese — nutrients important for energy production, brain health, immunity, and bone health.