The Cashew Nut

A nut or a fruit? Neither, a cashew nut is actually a 'drupe'. Drupes are typically fruits that are fleshy on the outside and contain a shell covering a seed on the inside. The cashew tree grows cashew apples that produce one seed per fruit.  The apple acts as a distraction in nature to protect this healthy seed or as we call it, the cashew nut. India, Cote d'Ivoire, Vietnam and Tanzania produce most of the world's cashews.

Cashews have a subtle sweet flavour and contain vitamins & minerals that have many health benefits including antioxidant properties.  High in saturated fat, it is advised to consume in moderation. Chilli Sweet & Spicy Cashew Nuts