Mamra Almonds
Small, curved, oil-rich mountain almonds — the most prized almond of Iran.
HS 0802.12Details & enquiry
Almonds
Paper-Shell Almonds (In Shell)
In-shell almonds you can crack with your fingers — a fixture of the Persian ajil bowl.
Part of our developing range. Ask us to confirm availability and the details of the actual product.
- Mild
- Fresh
- Lightly salty
- Chaharmahal & Bakhtiari
Size
- Large
- Medium
Preparation
- Lightly salted
- Raw · unsalted
- Packaging
- Discuss available packing
- MOQ
- Confirm on enquiry
- Supply
- Seasonal · confirm availability
- HS code
- 0802.11 (raw) · 2008.19 (roasted)
- Our team is based in Larestan, Fars
- Availability confirmed on enquiry
Overview
About Paper-Shell Almonds
Badam kaghazi — “paper almonds” — have a shell so thin it cracks between thumb and finger. Cracking them at the table is half the pleasure: the shell gives way with a soft snap, and the kernel inside is fresher and moister than any pre-shelled almond.
They are often lightly roasted in the shell with salt water in Iran’s ajil shops. They are a staple of Nowruz and Yalda tables and an easy, wholesome snack — the shell even slows you down.
Variety information
Specifications
General variety information. Current origin, grade, harvest, ingredients, packing and availability must be confirmed for the actual product.
| Type | In-shell paper-shell almonds |
|---|---|
| Origin | Chaharmahal & Bakhtiari, Fars |
| SKU | NOI-ALM-KAG |
| Size | Large · Medium |
|---|---|
| Typical preparation | Lightly salted · Raw · unsalted |
| Packing enquiry | Discuss available packing |
| Minimum order | Confirm on enquiry |
| Supply | Seasonal · confirm availability |
| HS code (indicative) | 0802.11 (raw) · 2008.19 (roasted) |
| Order details | Origin, quantity, packing and delivery confirmed on enquiry |
Growing region
Chaharmahal & Bakhtiari, Chaharmahal & Bakhtiari
High-altitude almond orchards
The high Zagros plateau around Shahrekord has some of Iran’s coldest winters — exactly what almond trees need to set fruit well. Slow-growing mountain almonds here develop the rich oil content that defines Mamra-type kernels.
- Altitude
- ≈ 2,000 m
- Harvest
- Aug – Sept
- Signature
- Mamra almonds
Nutrition
Typical values per 100 g
Energy579kcal / 100 g
- Protein
- 21 g
- Fat
- 50 g
- Carbohydrate
- 22 g
- of which sugars
- 4 g
- Fibre
- 12.5 g
Notable: Exceptionally rich in vitamin E (about 25 mg per 100 g) and magnesium. Typical values for almond kernels per 100 g (USDA FoodData Central). Actual values vary by crop and roast.
How do I crack paper-shell almonds?
Squeeze along the seam between thumb and forefinger. The shell is thin enough to give way without a nutcracker.
How much of the weight is kernel?
Roughly half — far more than hard-shell almonds, where the shell makes up most of the weight.
What makes Mamra almonds special?
Mamra is a traditional type grown in Iran and Afghanistan. The kernels are smaller and more concave than common commercial almonds, with a darker skin, higher natural oil content and a richer, sweeter flavour. Yields are low, which is why Mamra costs more.
Why do people soak almonds?
Soaking softens the kernel, loosens the skin and gives a milder, creamier texture. Many people also find soaked almonds easier to digest.
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