English walnut
The United States (mainly California) is the world's leading producer of the English
WALNUT (also called Persian
WALNUT). It's grown in several other countries including China, France, India, Iran, Turkey and Yugoslavia. The English
WALNUT has a wrinkled, tan-colored shell that encloses two large, double-lobed halves. Its sweet flavor makes it a delicious choice for out-of-hand eating, as well as a popular addition for all manner of foods sweet and savory. English wal
NUTS are used to produce
WALNUT oil; they also come in candied and pickled forms. They're available prepackaged or in bulk. English wal
NUTS are a potent source of Omega-3 oils: see
FATS AND OILS). See also
NUTS;
WALNUT.
© Copyright Barron's Educational Services, Inc. 1995 based on THE FOOD LOVER'S
COMPANION, 2nd edition, by Sharon Tyler Herbst.
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