ginkgo nut
[ GING-koh; JING-koh ]
This buff-colored, delicately sweet nut comes from the center of the inedible fruit of the maidenhair tree, a native of China. Fresh ginkgo
NUTS are available during fall and winter and can be found in many Asian and gourmet markets. Their hard shells must be removed with a nutcracker and the nutmeats soaked in hot water to loosen their skins. Ginkgo
NUTS are also available dried or canned in brine. The canned
NUTS must be rinsed of brine before using. Ginkgo
NUTS, which turn bright green when cooked, are particularly popular in Japanese cooking. See also
NUTS.
© Copyright Barron's Educational Services, Inc. 1995 based on THE FOOD LOVER'S
COMPANION, 2nd edition, by Sharon Tyler Herbst.
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