Pine Nuts are the edible seeds of certain pines, such as the pinon. The seeds vary in size – are found enclosed in the cone which take 3 to 4 years to mature. The seed are cylindrical in shape and can be up to 2,5 cm in length. One tree can bear about 25 cones, each producing about 100 seeds.The two main kinds are the triangular Chinese pine and the slender Italian Pine nuts.

Pistachio are one of the popular ingredients in the Middle-Eastern cuisine. Its kernels are incredible sources of vitamin E, medium-chain unsaturated fatty acids besides being rich in protein, minerals, and anti-oxidants.