The Pili nut (Canarium ovatum), one of 600 species in the Burseraceae family.Trees of Canarium ovatum are attractive symmetrically shaped evergreens, averaging 20 m tall with resinous wood and resistance to strong wind. No wonder they are grown as ornamental trees.
Insects aid in pollination. Flowering of pili is frequent and its fruits ripen through a prolonged period of time. Pili (pronounced pee-lee) fruit is a drupe 4 to 7 cm long, 2.3 to 3.8 cm in diameter, and weighs 15.7 to 45.7 g.
The skin is smooth, thin, shiny, and turns purplish black when the fruit ripens; the pulp is fibrous, fleshy, and greenish yellow in color, and the hard shell within protects an embryo. Kernels from some trees may be bitter, fibrous or have a turpentine odor.
Most pili kernels tend to stick to the shell when fresh, but come off easily after being dried to 3 to 5% moisture . Shelled nuts, with a moisture content of 2.5 to 4.6%, can be stored in the shade for one year without deterioration of quality. The most important product from pili is the kernel.
When raw, it resembles the flavor of roasted pumpkin seeds. When roasted, its mild, nutty flavor and tender-crispy texture is superior to that of even the almond.
In Indonesia, the kernels are used for making cake. Pili kernel is also used in baked goods, chocolates and ice creams. The largest buyers of pili nuts are in Taiwan and Hongkong. The kernel is one of the major ingredients in the Moon cake.
Kernels as are rich in Calcium, Phosphorous, Potassium, protein and fats. It yields a light yellowish oil.
The young shoots are used in salads, and the pulp is eaten after it is boiled and seasoned. Boiled pili pulp resembles the sweet potato in texture. It has food value similar to the avocado.
Pulp oil can be extracted and used for cooking or in the manufacture of soap. The stony shells are excellent as fuel or as porous, inert growth medium for orchid.
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These delectable nuts not only prevent cardiovascular diseases but also help in maintaining brain balance, developing healthy bones, hormone production and muscle tissues. These nuts are frequently utilized in several desserts including cakes. In addition, pili nuts contain magnesium, amino acids and protein that play a vital role in detoxification of liver, healthy blood-sugar levels and regulation of body’s energy. It also prevents cholesterol from turning into plague. Amino acids boost immune system.
Being a rich source of nutrients, pili nuts have a wonderful creamy, butter flavor that melts in mouth. Pili Nuts comprise of various nutrients such as Thiamin, Iron, Copper, Folate, Calcium, Phosphorus, Riboflavin, Zinc, Niacin and Vitamin B6.
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The information you have discussed on your blog post is very informative. Pili Nuts have many health benefits.
These delectable nuts not only prevent cardiovascular diseases but also help in maintaining brain balance, developing healthy bones, hormone production and muscle tissues. These nuts are frequently utilized in several desserts including cakes. In addition, pili nuts contain magnesium, amino acids and protein that play a vital role in detoxification of liver, healthy blood-sugar levels and regulation of body’s energy. It also prevents cholesterol from turning into plague. Amino acids boost immune system.
Being a rich source of nutrients, pili nuts have a wonderful creamy, butter flavor that melts in mouth. Pili Nuts comprise of various nutrients such as Thiamin, Iron, Copper, Folate, Calcium, Phosphorus, Riboflavin, Zinc, Niacin and Vitamin B6.
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