Delicious, buttery yet rich-flavored pecans are one of the popular edible tree-nuts known to American aborigines since centuries ago. They are enriched with many health-benefiting nutrients, minerals, vitamins that are essential for optimum health. Pecan is a very large sized deciduous tree belonging to the member of hickory family, Juglandaceae. The tree is native to central and southern parts of the United States of America. Today, however, it is being cultivated in many regions of the world as an important commercial tree-nuts crop. Scientific name: Carya illinoinensis.
Food Property | Type | Description |
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Flavor Profile | Sweet | Pecan nuts have a slightly sweet flavor. |
Bitter | Pecan nuts do not have a strong bitter taste. | |
Texture | Crispiness/Crunchiness | Pecan nuts are known for their crunchy texture. |
Moisture | Pecan nuts have a relatively high moisture content. | |
Nutritional Value | Macronutrients | Pecan nuts are rich in healthy fats, protein, and carbohydrates. |
Micronutrients | Pecan nuts are a good source of minerals like magnesium and zinc. | |
Fiber | Pecan nuts are high in dietary fiber. | |
Color | Natural Pigments | Pecan nuts have a naturally brown color. |
Aroma | Volatile Compounds | Pecan nuts have a rich and nutty aroma. |
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