The right combinations – sweet or savory – with pistachio allow you to better savor this kind of dried fruit which is characterized by its sweet taste and crunchy texture.
These qualities are particularly versatile both in the kitchen and in the pastry shop.
How to best combine salty and sweet pistachios ?
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The savory combinations with pistachio not to be missed
It is well known that dried fruit in savory dishes often gives that extra touch ready to make the difference, and pistachio is no exception.
Obviously, there are some ingredients more than others ready to perfectly match its unmistakable aroma: here are the ones not to be missed.
The pistachio can accompany the sausage both in the context of appetizers and in the filling of meat skewers and, again, in the condiment of pizzas and focaccias.
Pistachio with salmon is particularly versatile in the preparation of second courses.
Pistachios give it that note of crunchiness that doesn't hurt to make something absolutely superb.
Pistachio grains are often combined with many typical Sicilian sweets, such as cannoli for example.
Pistachios are excellent with this precious food alone or in more or less simple desserts, such as fragrant biscuits to accompany afternoon tea, or a soft donut for breakfast.
Prefer wildflower or orange blossom honey.
Pistachios go very well with red fruits - primarily raspberries - but also with strawberries.
There are those who love it together with citrus fruits, especially with lemon and lime, but there is no doubt that with oranges it reaches the non plus ultra.
Coconut also deserves a mention, which with its exotic flavor catapults us to distant lands.
Finally, as for dried fruit, let's not forget the dates, apricots and sultanas.
And then, the next time you find yourself in an ice cream shop, order your pistachio cone and… chocolate.
For those who prefer fruit flavors, raspberry and strawberry are recommended.
Those most compatible with pistachio are above all cardamom, saffron and pink pepper.
If you intend to toast them, you can flavor them with sesame, curry and sweet paprika.