Description
Natural shelled Sicilian almonds are a crunchy delicacy that allows you to enjoy the authentic flavor and quality of Sicilian almonds without the need to shell them yourself.
Sicilian almonds, grown in the Sicily region, are renowned for their distinctive flavor and crunchy texture. When shelled and carefully selected, almonds reveal their intense and aromatic flavor, making them perfect for a healthy snack or as an ingredient in many recipes.
Natural shelled Sicilian almonds are ideal for enjoying on their own, adding to salads, cereals, muesli or yoghurt for a crunchy and nutritious touch. You can also use them as an ingredient in desserts, cakes, biscuits or as a garnish for desserts and ice creams.
By choosing natural shelled Sicilian almonds, you can enjoy the superior quality of Sicilian almonds without the need to make any further preparations. Be sure to store them in a cool, dry place to maintain their freshness and fragrance. Prepare to delight in the authentic flavor of shelled and toasted Sicilian almonds.
This almond is present throughout the Sicilian territory and is defined in jargon as the ” Sicilian current “. It is a product of excellent quality, although inferior to the prized Avola almond and its characteristic is its rounded shape and is also used in the confectionery industry.
Features and Uses
Sicilian almonds are shelled and natural, that is, with the skin ready to be used in a thousand different ways in the kitchen. For example they can be:
- chopped and reduced to grains;
- added to a first course of pasta or second courses;
- used for the preparation of biscuits;
- combine with the almond paste and martorana fruit;
- added to nougats, granitas, and much more.
It is an extremely tasty and gluten-free natural product.
Additional Information
Weight | 100 g | 125g | 250g | 500g | 1.00kg |
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NUTRITIONAL VALUES | (average values per 100g) Energy: 630 Kcal Proteins: 21.2 g Carbohydrates: 11.2 g (of which sugars 4.6 g) Fats; 55.2 g (of which saturated 5.9 g) Fibre: 10 g Allergens: May contain traces of other nuts |
TASTING NOTES: | Delicate hint of vanilla. Good persistence with a light honey finish. |
SUGGESTED PAIRING: | Demi-sec sparkling white wines. Fruity and floral white wines. |
DATA SHEET: | Variety: Sicilian current Available categories: natural and peeled Breeding: free from chemical treatments Shape: oval Colour: leather red Percentage of bitterness (Amygdalina): approximately 0.5% Presence of twin fruits: very significant (up to 43%) |