Raw Cashew Nuts

Cashew nut measures about an inch in length, 1/2 inches in diameter, and kidney or bean shape, with smooth curvy pointed tip. Each nut splits into two equal halves as in legumes. Cashews features ream white color with the firm yet delicate texture and smooth surface. Its exterior shell composes a phenolic resin, urushiol, which is a potent caustic skin irritant toxin. In the processing units, this outer shell is roasted in order to destroy urushiol resin, and only then its edible cashew kernel is extracted. Delicately sweet yet crunchy and delicious cashew nut is packed with energy, antioxidants, minerals and vitamins that are essential for robust health. Cashew is one of the popular ingredients in sweet as well as savory dishes worldwide. cashews are high in calories. 100g of nuts provides 553 calories. They are packed with soluble dietary fibre, vitamine, minerals and numerous healthpromoting phytochemicals that help protect us from diseases and cancers.