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Hand-picked from wild pine forests in the north, chilgoza is winter's most treasured nut.
By Hammad Tariq · 6 November 2026 · 2 min read
Chilgoza pines grow wild in a few mountain forests in Pakistan and Afghanistan. Cones are harvested by hand from tall trees and dried to release the nuts.
Warm them in a dry pan or by the fire and crack open; store in the fridge.
From Northern Pakistan
Pakistan's most prized winter nut.
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