Bulk Brazil Nuts Medium
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Product Data
| Scientific Name | Bertholletia excelsa |
|---|---|
| Origin Countries | Brazil, Peru, Nigeria and Bolivia |
| Product Uses | Rice and grain dishes, desserts, toppings |
Production & Sourcing
Brazil Nuts – Medium Grade are harvested from the fruits of the Brazil nut tree (Bertholletia excelsa), which is native to the Amazon rainforest. The nuts are encased in a hard, spherical shell, and inside, they contain a rich, creamy nut meat. To access the nut meat, the hard shell is cracked open using specialized equipment. The nuts are then sorted and graded based on their size and quality. Brazil Nuts – Medium Grade are a specific category within this grading system.
Applications
- Snack Bars and Energy Bites
- Trail Mixes and Snack Mixes
- Nut Butters and Spreads
- Baked Goods
- Confectionary
- Granola Bars
- Desserts
- Salad and Side Dishes
- Rice and Grain Dishes
- Gourmet Food
- Specialty Products
- Vegan
- Vegetarian
- Paleo
- Private Label
- Flavorings and Extracts
- Garnishing
- Toppings
Functionality
- Texture
- Antioxidant
- Dietary Fiber Enrichment
- Plant-Based Protein
- Healthy Fats
Benefits
Brazil Nuts – Medium Grade have a rich, creamy, and slightly sweet flavor with a subtle nutty undertone. They are known for their distinct and indulgent taste.
They have a smooth, creamy texture with a slight crunch when bitten. The nut is dense and buttery, offering a satisfying mouthfeel.
Brazil Nuts – Medium Grade have a light beige to pale brown color on the inside, with a dark, hard shell on the outside.
Brazil Nuts are highly nutritious and are a rich source of selenium, a powerful antioxidant. They also provide essential minerals like magnesium and phosphorus, along with healthy fats, protein, and dietary fiber.
Brazil Nuts – Medium Grade are versatile and can be enjoyed as a standalone snack, incorporated into various recipes, or ground into nut butter. They also add a creamy and nutty element to both sweet and savory dishes.
Brazil Nuts have a subtle, earthy aroma that intensifies when roasted or toasted, releasing a nutty fragrance.
These nuts strike a balance between creaminess and a slight crunch, providing a pleasant contrast in texture.
Their creamy interior contrasts with the hard and tough outer shell, and they offer a textural contrast when added to recipes.
Brazil Nuts are native to the Amazon rainforest and are commonly associated with countries in South America, particularly Brazil, Bolivia, and Peru. They hold cultural significance in these regions and are used in traditional dishes.
Brazil Nuts are a good source of selenium, but it’s important to consume them in moderation due to their high selenium content. Some individuals may have allergies to tree nuts, including Brazil Nuts, so caution is advised for those with nut allergies.
Uses in manufacturing
They are commonly included in mixed nut blends, trail mixes, and nut-based snack bars to add flavor, texture, and nutritional value.
Brazil Nuts – Medium Grade can be ground and processed into creamy or chunky nut butter. This butter can be used as a spread, incorporated into sauces, or used as an ingredient in various recipes.
They can be chopped, sliced, or ground to be used as an ingredient in cookies, brownies, cakes, and other baked goods. They can also be included in confectionery products like pralines, chocolates, and truffles.
They can be added to desserts like ice creams, puddings, and yogurt, or used in the production of granola bars, providing a creamy and nutty element.
Brazil Nuts are sometimes ground into a fine powder to be used as an ingredient in dietary supplements, especially those targeting selenium intake.
They can be used in savory dishes, such as salads, stir-fries, and grain-based dishes, to add texture, flavor, and nutritional value.
Due to their unique flavor and nutritional profile, Brazil Nuts – Medium Grade may be featured in gourmet food products, such as artisanal nut mixes, specialty nut oils, and high-end nut-based spreads.
Brazil Nuts can be used to infuse flavor and aroma into products like nut-flavored extracts, oils, or liqueurs.
Chopped or sliced Brazil Nuts can be used as toppings for salads, desserts, or breakfast bowls to add crunch and flavor.
They may be used as a main ingredient in specialty snacks like nut clusters, nut-based crackers, or energy balls.
Main producing countries and Harvest time
The main producing countries of Brazil nuts are Brazil, Peru, Nigeria and Bolivia. Brazil nuts are usually harvested during the rainy season. In Brazil, the nut is harvested from December to March.
