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Black Walnuts
Eastern North America; collected wild or from native trees in Appalachia and the Midwest.Harvested in fall; dried available year-round.Intensely nutty, earthy, pungent
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Black walnut shells are so hard that they're commercially used as an abrasive for cleaning jet engines and industrial components.
Overview
Eastern North America; collected wild or from native trees in Appalachia and the Midwest. · Harvested in fall; dried available year-round. · nuts
Wild walnuts (Juglans nigra) native to eastern North America with a much stronger, more pungent flavor than Persian walnuts.
Eastern North America; collected wild or from native trees in Appalachia and the Midwest.
Origin
Harvested in fall; dried available year-round.
Season
Easy
Difficulty
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Category
Flavor Profile
Intensely nuttyearthypungentand slightly bitter. Much stronger and more distinctive than regular walnuts.
Storage Tips
Refrigerate in airtight container for up to 6 months. Freeze for up to 1 year.
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How to Cook with Black Walnuts
Recipes, pairings, substitutes, and professional tips
Cooking Tips
Use sparingly due to strong flavor. Excellent in ice cream, fudge, and brownies. Pairs well with bourbon and maple.
Best Pairings
maple syrupbourboncaramelvanilla ice creamchocolatefudge
Substitutes
Persian walnuts (milder), or use 50% of the amount called for.
Nutrition & Health Benefits
The nutritional profile and health properties of Black Walnuts
Nutrition Highlights
fat
59
carbs
9.9
fiber
6.8
protein
24.1
calories
619
Quick Facts
Categorynuts
OriginEastern North America; collected wild or from native trees in Appalachia and the Midwest.
SeasonHarvested in fall; dried available year-round.
DifficultyEasy
Health Benefits
Rich in omega-3 fatty acids, antioxidants, and juglone (an antimicrobial compound).
Black Walnuts Photos
5 photos showcasing Black Walnuts in its many forms
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Black Walnuts
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OriginEastern North America; collected wild or from native trees in Appalachia and the Midwest.
SeasonHarvested in fall; dried available year-round.
DifficultyEasy
Flavor Notes
Intensely nuttyearthypungentand slightly bitter. Much stronger and more distinctive than regular walnuts.
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Pairs Well With
maple syrupbourboncaramelvanilla ice creamchocolatefudge
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