Akbari Pistachios
The longest, most elegant Iranian pistachio — buttery, sweet and naturally open.
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Pistachios
Saffron & Lemon Pistachios
Jumbo pistachios roasted with Khorasan saffron and sour lemon — a bazaar classic.
Part of our developing range. Ask us to confirm availability and the details of the actual product.
- Tangy
- Floral
- Savoury
- Rafsanjan
Size (nuts/oz)
- 22–24
- 24–26
- Packaging
- Discuss available packing
- MOQ
- Confirm on enquiry
- Supply
- Seasonal · confirm availability
- HS code
- 2008.19
- Our team is based in Larestan, Fars
- Availability confirmed on enquiry
Overview
About Saffron & Lemon Pistachios
Walk through an Iranian bazaar and you will smell them before you see them: pistachios roasted with saffron and lemon. This traditional preparation combines pistachios with lemon, saffron and salt. Recipes vary by producer.
The result is tangy, savoury and floral all at once — the saffron gentle, the lemon bright, and the salt just enough to make you reach for another. A distinctly Persian flavour, and an unexpected gift for anyone who thinks they know pistachios.
Variety information
Specifications
General variety information. Current origin, grade, harvest, ingredients, packing and availability must be confirmed for the actual product.
| Variety | Kalleh Ghouchi |
|---|---|
| Origin | Rafsanjan, Kerman · saffron from Qaen |
| Size grade | 22–24 nuts per ounce |
| Seasoning | Negin saffron, lemon juice, sea salt |
| SKU | NOI-PIS-SAF |
| Size (nuts/oz) | 22–24 · 24–26 |
|---|---|
| Packing enquiry | Discuss available packing |
| Minimum order | Confirm on enquiry |
| Supply | Seasonal · confirm availability |
| HS code (indicative) | 2008.19 |
| Order details | Origin, quantity, packing and delivery confirmed on enquiry |
Growing region
Rafsanjan, Kerman
The pistachio capital of Iran
Rafsanjan sits on a high, dry plain at roughly 1,500 m, where hot days, cold nights and mineral-rich soil push pistachio trees to concentrate oil and flavour in the kernel. Orchards here grow the four varieties Iran is known for — Akbari, Kalleh Ghouchi, Ahmad Aghaei and Fandoghi — and the town is home to Iran’s national Pistachio Research Institute.
- Altitude
- ≈ 1,500 m
- Harvest
- Late Aug – Sept
- Grows
- Akbari, Kalleh Ghouchi, Fandoghi
Nutrition
Typical values per 100 g
Energy562kcal / 100 g
- Protein
- 20 g
- Fat
- 45 g
- Carbohydrate
- 28 g
- of which sugars
- 8 g
- Fibre
- 10 g
Notable: One of the best nut sources of vitamin B6 and potassium; contains lutein and zeaxanthin, the pigments behind the green colour. Typical values for pistachio kernels per 100 g (USDA FoodData Central). Actual values vary by crop and roast.
How strong is the saffron flavour?
Subtle. Saffron adds a floral aroma and golden colour rather than a dominant taste; the lemon and salt lead.
Is there any artificial colour?
No. The golden glaze comes entirely from real saffron.
Are Iranian pistachios better than California pistachios?
They are different. California grows mostly one variety — named “Kerman” after its Iranian origin — while Iran grows several, from long Akbari to round Kalleh Ghouchi. Iranian pistachios are generally described as richer and more intensely flavoured; California pistachios are more uniform. Many chefs simply prefer Iranian nuts for flavour.
What does “20–22 per ounce” mean?
It is the number of in-shell nuts that weigh one ounce (28.35 g). A lower number means larger nuts. 20–22 is one of the largest commercial grades; 28–30 is a smaller, everyday grade.
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