Chironji

Buchanania cochinchinensis, B. lanzan

nuts & seeds

Small lens-shaped kernels tasting of almond and pistachio, roasted in kheer, halvas and kormas.

Origin

Central India

Season (United States)

all year round

Preparation

The small kernels are bought shelled; they are dry-roasted for a minute, or fried in ghee, before being added.

Molecules

In small amounts, not counted Magnesium · Insoluble fibers · Protein

Did you know?

The seeds are harvested in the forests of central India, where they support entire villages.