Nutritional Value of Cashew
The Cashew is not only a delicious snack, but it is a nutrient powerhouse. Each serving is composed of a combination of the vital nutrients, which help in the general well-being. Cashews contain high amounts of monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fatty acids, which lower levels of bad cholesterol and improve the health of the heart. They are also rich in
magnesium, zinc, phosphorus and iron which make them strong in the bones, energy production and a resilient immune system. Also, cashews contain vitamins E, K, and B6 vital to the health of skin, metabolism and coordinated nerve activity.
Cashews contain also a great amount of plant-based protein, and it makes it a good supplement to the vegetarian and vegan diets. Healthy fats and protein combined make cashews one of the favorite snacks of both the athletes and health-conscious people who would like to maintain the energy level. Cashews are naturally creamy and mildly sweet in flavor and, hence,
they are an ideal match in both savory and sweet preparations as compared to other nuts.
Cashews are unique in their creamy taste and their ability to be used in any culinary way compared to almonds or walnuts. They can be roasted, salted or made into cashew butter and milk as alternatives to dairy and processed snacks. This taste and nutrition make cashews, not only enjoyable to consume, but also a prudent decision to add to the overall dietary system,
this is why they stayed in the list of the most wanted nuts in the world market.
Types and Grades of Cashew
The cashews are graded into different types and grades to suit different market needs. The grading depends largely on the size of the kernels, the color, and quality. The most favorable grades are W180, W210, W240, W320 and W450, whereby W indicates Whole White. These figures show the amount of cashew kernels in a pound – that is, the bigger the cashew, or the better grade, the greater the price of W180 cashews will be, whereas the smaller in size but of high quality will be the W450 cashews. The grades serve the market with varying degrees of taste, such as gustatory snacks to industry needs.
Along with size-based grades, cashews have a form and preparation as well. Whole cashews are consumed as snacks and luxury packaged whereas split or broken cashews are utilized in confectionery, baking and food production. Salted and roasted ones improve the natural taste of the nuts hence they are eaten directly. Meanwhile, flavored cashews include honey-roasted, chili-spiced or masala-coated, which are varieties that have evolved according to the shifting consumer preferences across the globe.
The international customers choose cashew grades depending on their purpose of use. Its highest grades such as W180 and W210 are rightly utilized in retail packaging and gourmet brands and lower grades and splits are utilized in processed foods and nut mixes. In Malatya Apricot, we offer a variety of types of cashews as per the specification of the clients, and the quality, uniformity, and freshness of each delivery are guaranteed