# Nuts of Iran

> Based in Larestan, Fars, we grow dates in our own palm groves and source from other growers. We are gradually expanding into Iranian nuts and dried fruit.

Nuts of Iran is based in Larestan, Fars, Iran. We own date palm groves, buy from growers and are gradually expanding into other nuts and dried fruit. Catalogue entries are variety guides; current availability and order details must be confirmed directly.

## Key pages
- [Product guide](https://nutsofiran.com/products/): all products with grades, packaging, MOQ and HS codes
- [Request a quote](https://nutsofiran.com/quote/): Product enquiry form
- [Sourcing & enquiries](https://nutsofiran.com/export/): How to discuss products, packing and delivery
- [Product care](https://nutsofiran.com/quality/): Origin, condition and requirements to confirm
- [Origins](https://nutsofiran.com/origins/): the Iranian regions each product comes from
- [FAQ](https://nutsofiran.com/faq/): MOQ, payment, lead time, documents, shipping
- [About](https://nutsofiran.com/about/) · [Contact](https://nutsofiran.com/contact/)

## Product categories
- [Iranian Pistachios](https://nutsofiran.com/pistachios/): Iranian pistachios are pistachios (Pistacia vera) grown mainly in Kerman Province, around Rafsanjan, Anar and Sirjan. They are prized for a rich, buttery flavour and high natural oil content, and come in distinct varieties — long Akbari and Ahmad Aghaei, round Kalleh Ghouchi and Fandoghi — graded by the number of nuts per ounce.
- [Iranian Almonds](https://nutsofiran.com/almonds/): Iranian almonds (Prunus dulcis) come mainly from the high Zagros plateau — Chaharmahal & Bakhtiari, Fars and Isfahan. The most prized type is Mamra: a small, curved, deeply wrinkled kernel with unusually high natural oil content, traditionally soaked overnight and eaten in the morning.
- [Persian Walnuts](https://nutsofiran.com/walnuts/): The Persian walnut (Juglans regia) is native to a region stretching from the Balkans to the Himalayas, including Iran — hence its English name. Tuyserkan, in Hamadan Province, is Iran’s best-known walnut town, famous for thin paper-shell nuts and pale, sweet kernels graded from Extra Light to Amber.
- [Persian Roasted Seeds — Tokhmeh](https://nutsofiran.com/seeds/): Tokhmeh is the Persian word for roasted seeds eaten in the shell — mainly pumpkin (tokhmeh kadoo), watermelon (tokhmeh hendevaneh) and sunflower (tokhmeh aftabgardan). Each seed is cracked between the front teeth, the kernel eaten and the shell discarded. They are brine-roasted, lightly salted and central to Iranian gatherings.
- [Persian Ajil](https://nutsofiran.com/ajil/): Ajil is the traditional Persian mix of roasted nuts, seeds and dried fruit. It comes in two main styles — ajil-e shoor (salted: pistachios, almonds, hazelnuts, roasted chickpeas and seeds) and ajil-e shirin (sweet: dried mulberries, raisins, figs and noghl) — and is central to Iranian celebrations, especially Nowruz and Shab-e Yalda.
- [Iranian Dates & Dried Fruit](https://nutsofiran.com/dried-fruits/): Iran is one of the world’s largest producers of dates and raisins, with distinct regional specialities: soft Mazafati dates from Bam, semi-dry Piarom dates from Hormozgan, golden raisins from Malayer, rain-fed dried figs from Estahban, sun-dried white mulberries, and seedless barberries (zereshk) from South Khorasan.
- [Persian Saffron](https://nutsofiran.com/saffron/): Persian saffron is the dried red stigma of the Crocus sativus flower, grown mainly in Iran’s Khorasan region. Iran produces roughly 90% of the world’s saffron. Grades depend on which part of the thread is kept: Super Negin and Negin (long, all-red, trimmed threads), Sargol (all-red tips), Pushal (red with a little yellow style) and Bunch or Dasteh (whole threads).

## Products
- [Akbari Super Long Pistachios](https://nutsofiran.com/pistachios/akbari-pistachios/): Akbari super long pistachios from Rafsanjan, graded 20–22 per ounce. naturally open, roasted with a light touch of sea salt or raw. Size (nuts/oz): 18–20, 20–22, 22–24, 24–26. MOQ: Confirm on enquiry. HS: 0802.51 (raw) · 2008.19 (roasted).
- [Kalleh Ghouchi Jumbo Pistachios](https://nutsofiran.com/pistachios/kalleh-ghouchi-pistachios/): Kalleh Ghouchi jumbo round pistachios from Rafsanjan and Anar, 22–24 per ounce. Rich, toasty flavour, roasted with a light sea-salt crust. Size (nuts/oz): 20–22, 22–24, 24–26. MOQ: Confirm on enquiry. HS: 0802.51 (raw) · 2008.19 (roasted).
- [Ahmad Aghaei Long Pistachios](https://nutsofiran.com/pistachios/ahmad-aghaei-pistachios/): Ahmad Aghaei long pistachios from Kerman, 24–26 per ounce: almond-shaped, pale kernels and a clean, delicate sweetness. Raw or lightly salted. Size (nuts/oz): 22–24, 24–26, 26–28. MOQ: Confirm on enquiry. HS: 0802.51 (raw) · 2008.19 (roasted).
- [Fandoghi Round Pistachios](https://nutsofiran.com/pistachios/fandoghi-pistachios/): Fandoghi (Owhadi) round pistachios, 28–30 per ounce, roasted Persian-style with lemon and salt. Iran’s most widely grown variety and best value per kilo. Size (nuts/oz): 26–28, 28–30, 30–32, 32–34. MOQ: Confirm on enquiry. HS: 0802.51 (raw) · 2008.19 (roasted).
- [Saffron & Lemon Pistachios](https://nutsofiran.com/pistachios/saffron-lemon-pistachios/): Persian saffron & lemon roasted pistachios: jumbo Kalleh Ghouchi nuts glazed with real Negin saffron and fresh lemon juice. Tangy, floral and savoury. Size (nuts/oz): 22–24, 24–26. MOQ: Confirm on enquiry. HS: 2008.19.
- [Green Peeled Pistachio Kernels](https://nutsofiran.com/pistachios/green-pistachio-kernels/): Early-harvest green peeled pistachio kernels from Kerman and Damghan. Naturally vivid, Grade A whole kernels for baklava, ice cream, pastry and rice. Grade: Super green (A), Green (B), Whole kernels, Slivers & powder. MOQ: Confirm on enquiry. HS: 0802.52.
- [Mamra Almonds](https://nutsofiran.com/almonds/mamra-almonds/): Rare Mamra almonds from the Zagros: small, concave, oil-rich kernels with a deep, sweet flavour. Raw, unpasteurised and hand-sorted. Perfect for soaking. Grade: Extra (hand-picked), Standard. MOQ: Confirm on enquiry. HS: 0802.12.
- [Paper-Shell Almonds (In Shell)](https://nutsofiran.com/almonds/paper-shell-almonds/): Iranian paper-shell almonds (badam kaghazi): thin shells that crack by hand, fresh moist kernels, lightly roasted with salt water. A Nowruz and Yalda essential. Size: Large, Medium. MOQ: Confirm on enquiry. HS: 0802.11 (raw) · 2008.19 (roasted).
- [Lemon & Sea Salt Roasted Almonds](https://nutsofiran.com/almonds/lemon-roasted-almonds/): Persian lemon-roasted almonds: whole Zagros almonds roasted with fresh lemon juice and fine sea salt until crisp to the centre. The classic salted-ajil almond. Size (kernels/oz): 20/22, 23/25, 25/27. MOQ: Confirm on enquiry. HS: 2008.19.
- [Tuyserkan Walnut Kernels — Extra Light Halves](https://nutsofiran.com/walnuts/tuyserkan-walnut-kernels/): Extra Light walnut halves from Tuyserkan, Hamadan: hand-cracked, pale, sweet and never bitter. rich in plant omega-3. Shipped fresh. Colour & cut: Extra Light Halves, Light Halves, Light Halves & Pieces, Light Amber Pieces. MOQ: Confirm on enquiry. HS: 0802.32.
- [Paper-Shell Walnuts (In Shell)](https://nutsofiran.com/walnuts/paper-shell-walnuts/): Tuyserkan paper-shell walnuts in shell (gerdoo kaghazi): thin shells that crack by hand, large clean nuts and fresh, sweet kernels. New Size: 30–32 mm, 32–34 mm, 34 mm +. MOQ: Confirm on enquiry. HS: 0802.31.
- [Persian Pumpkin Seeds — Tokhmeh Kadoo](https://nutsofiran.com/seeds/pumpkin-seeds/): Persian pumpkin seeds (tokhmeh kadoo): large white seeds brine-roasted in the shell and lightly salted. Crack and enjoy, the Iranian way. Grade: Extra large, Large. MOQ: Confirm on enquiry. HS: 2008.19 (roasted) · 1207.99 (raw).
- [Roasted Watermelon Seeds — Tokhmeh Hendevaneh](https://nutsofiran.com/seeds/watermelon-seeds/): Persian roasted watermelon seeds (tokhmeh hendevaneh): large-grade dark seeds, brine-roasted and lightly salted. The favourite seed of Yalda night. Grade: Jumbo, Large. MOQ: Confirm on enquiry. HS: 2008.19 (roasted) · 1207.70 (raw).
- [Urmia Sunflower Seeds](https://nutsofiran.com/seeds/sunflower-seeds/): Large striped sunflower seeds from the Urmia plain, slow-roasted and lightly salted in the shell. The easiest Persian tokhmeh to start with. Grade: Large confectionery. MOQ: Confirm on enquiry. HS: 2008.19 (roasted) · 1206.00 (raw).
- [Ajil-e Shoor — Classic Salted Persian Mix](https://nutsofiran.com/ajil/ajil-shoor/): Authentic Persian salted ajil: Kalleh Ghouchi pistachios, lemon-roasted almonds, Gilan hazelnuts, pumpkin and watermelon seeds and roasted chickpeas. Format: Lightly salted, Unsalted, Custom blend. MOQ: Confirm on enquiry. HS: 2008.19.
- [Ajil-e Shirin — Sweet Persian Mix](https://nutsofiran.com/ajil/ajil-shirin/): Persian sweet ajil (ajil-e shirin): sun-dried white mulberries, Malayer golden raisins, Estahban figs, Urmia noghl, raw pistachios and almonds. Format: Standard blend, Custom blend. MOQ: Confirm on enquiry. HS: 0813.50.
- [Shab-e Yalda Celebration Ajil — Gift Tin](https://nutsofiran.com/ajil/yalda-gift-tin/): A guide to Persian celebration ajil and Yalda gifting, combining nuts and dried fruit. Discuss seasonal availability and packing with our team. Format: 750 g tin, 1.5 kg tin, Custom gift pack. MOQ: Confirm on enquiry. HS: 2008.19.
- [Mazafati Dates from Bam](https://nutsofiran.com/dried-fruits/mazafati-dates/): Mazafati dates from Bam, Kerman: soft, moist and almost black, with a rich toffee and cocoa sweetness. Grade 1, packed in trays. Keep refrigerated. Grade: Grade 1 (uniform), Grade 2. MOQ: Confirm on enquiry. HS: 0804.10.
- [Piarom Dates](https://nutsofiran.com/dried-fruits/piarom-dates/): Premium Piarom dates from Hajiabad, Hormozgan: semi-dry, slender and chewy with caramel and chocolate notes. Keeps at room temperature. Ideal for gifting. Grade: Premium, Grade 1. MOQ: Confirm on enquiry. HS: 0804.10.
- [Golden Raisins from Malayer](https://nutsofiran.com/dried-fruits/golden-raisins/): Seedless golden raisins from Malayer, Hamadan: plump, soft and honey-sweet with a bright finish. Washed, de-stemmed and hand-sorted. Grade: Grade A, Grade B. MOQ: Confirm on enquiry. HS: 0806.20.
- [Estahban Dried Figs](https://nutsofiran.com/dried-fruits/estahban-figs/): Estahban dried figs from Fars: small, honey-sweet white figs from rain-fed orchards, sun-dried and pressed flat. No added sugar, rich in fibre. Size: Jumbo, Large, Medium. MOQ: Confirm on enquiry. HS: 0804.20.
- [Sun-Dried White Mulberries](https://nutsofiran.com/dried-fruits/dried-white-mulberries/): Persian sun-dried white mulberries (toot-e khoshk): chewy, caramel-sweet and naturally sugar-free. Perfect with walnuts or a glass of black tea. Grade: Grade A, Grade B. MOQ: Confirm on enquiry. HS: 0813.40.
- [Seedless Barberries — Zereshk](https://nutsofiran.com/dried-fruits/barberries/): Seedless barberries (zereshk) from Birjand and Qaen, South Khorasan: tart, ruby-red and shade-dried. The essential garnish for zereshk polo. Grade: Premium, Standard. MOQ: Confirm on enquiry. HS: 0813.40.
- [Super Negin Saffron](https://nutsofiran.com/saffron/super-negin-saffron/): Super Negin Persian saffron from Qaen & Torbat-e Heydarieh: the longest all-red threads, Explore the variety and ask about current availability. Grade: Super Negin. MOQ: Confirm on enquiry. HS: 0910.20.
- [Sargol Saffron](https://nutsofiran.com/saffron/sargol-saffron/): Sargol Persian saffron: all-red stigma tips from Khorasan with strong colour and aroma at a friendlier price. Ideal for tahdig, sholeh zard and stews. Grade: Sargol · all-red. MOQ: Confirm on enquiry. HS: 0910.20.

## Guides
- [Iranian Pistachio Varieties: Akbari, Kalleh Ghouchi, Ahmad Aghaei & Fandoghi Compared](https://nutsofiran.com/journal/iranian-pistachio-varieties/): A complete guide to the four main Iranian pistachio varieties — Akbari, Kalleh Ghouchi, Ahmad Aghaei and Fandoghi — with shapes, size grades, flavour and best uses.
- [What Is Ajil? A Guide to Persian Mixed Nuts and the Traditions Behind Them](https://nutsofiran.com/journal/what-is-ajil/): Ajil is the Persian mix of nuts, seeds and dried fruit. Salted vs. sweet ajil, and its role at Nowruz, Yalda and Chaharshanbe Suri.
- [Iranian vs. California Pistachios: What’s the Real Difference?](https://nutsofiran.com/journal/iranian-vs-california-pistachios/): How do Iranian pistachios compare with California pistachios? Varieties, flavour, size grading, processing and why the main US variety is named after Kerman, Iran.
- [How to Store Nuts and Dried Fruit So They Stay Fresh](https://nutsofiran.com/journal/how-to-store-nuts/): How long nuts, dates and dried fruit last, and how to store pistachios, walnuts, almonds, dates and saffron in the cupboard, fridge or freezer.
- [Persian Saffron Grades Explained: Super Negin, Negin, Sargol, Pushal & Bunch](https://nutsofiran.com/journal/saffron-grades-explained/): What do Super Negin, Negin, Sargol, Pushal and Bunch mean? A clear guide to Persian saffron grades, ISO 3632 testing, how to spot fake saffron and how to use it.

## Growing regions
- Larestan (Fars Province): Our home base & date palm groves.
- Rafsanjan (Kerman Province): The pistachio capital of Iran.
- Kerman & Anar (Kerman Province): Long-kernel Ahmad Aghaei & Badami pistachios.
- Damghan (Semnan Province): Historic home of green pistachio kernels.
- Tuyserkan (Hamadan Province): Iran’s walnut capital.
- Malayer (Hamadan Province): Vineyards and golden raisins.
- Chaharmahal & Bakhtiari (Chaharmahal & Bakhtiari Province): High-altitude almond orchards.
- Bam (Kerman Province): Soft, dark Mazafati dates.
- Hajiabad (Hormozgan Province): Piarom, the “chocolate date”.
- Estahban (Fars Province): Rain-fed fig orchards.
- Qaen & Torbat-e Heydarieh (Khorasan Province): Saffron and barberries.
- Urmia (West Azerbaijan Province): Sunflower seeds and noghl.
- Gilan & Qazvin (Gilan / Qazvin Province): Hazelnuts and seeds.

## Contact
- Product enquiries: hello@nutsofiran.com
- General: hello@nutsofiran.com
- Location: Larestan, Fars Province, Iran

Last updated: 2026-10-20. 25 products.