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In-shell walnuts vs. shelled walnut kernel

When it comes to walnuts, a common question arises: is it better to buy them in-shell or as shelled walnut kernels? Both options have distinct advantages depending on your needs, preferences, and how you intend to use them. Let’s take a closer look at each option so you can make an informed decision next time […]

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Pop-up farm shop 19 October

Coaldale Walnuts is having its first ever pop-up farm shop – so you can buy your walnut products directly from us at the farm. In addition to our usual product range, we will have bulk walnut kernel for purchase by the kilo, so you can bring your containers from home and get your kernel packaging-free

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Our walnut varieties

Walnuts are loved worldwide for their rich, earthy flavor and numerous health benefits. While most people think of a walnut as just a walnut, there are actually different varieties grown in Australia and beyond—much like grapes (chardonnay or merlot) or apples (pink lady or golden delicious). These varieties vary in both appearance and flavor. We

Pickled Walnut & Potato Croquettes with Pickled Walnut Mayo
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Pickled Walnut & Potato Croquettes with Pickled Walnut Mayo

Pickled walnut and potato croquettes with pickled walnut mayo are a unique and flavorful twist on a classic dish. Crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, these flavour bombs make the perfect appetiser or snack. Pickled Walnut Mayo  Ingredients:  1 Egg Yolk 15g Dijon Mustard 150ml Olive Oil 150ml Grapeseed Oil 85g Pickled

A rectangular pie in a dish with golden pastry, some cut away to reveal a rich, dark beef and pickled walnut filling.
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Recipe: Beef and Pickled Walnut Pie

A pie or a stew with a lid? Either way this hearty pie hits the spot, with its rich, thick gravy and hint of warm spice from the pickled walnuts. See the full recipe for our sophisticated pickled walnut ketchup (‘grown-up barbecue sauce’) which goes beautifully with this pie. For a lighter option you can

A jar of dark sauce alongside a spoon, cut pickled walnut and a jar of pickled walnuts.
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Recipe: Sophisticated Pickled Walnut Ketchup

Like a grown up barbeque sauce, this pickled walnut ketchup is delicious alongside your favourite pie, on a grilled snag or smeared on a bacon and egg roll. This is a more sophisticated version of pickled walnut ketchup – hence the name! If you don’t have all the ingredients to hand, try our Two-ingredient Pickled

A mass of walnut kernel
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What’s the best way to store walnuts?

If your walnuts are in the shell, don’t shell them until you need to use them as they keep exceptionally well in their shells. Just store them somewhere cool and dry where they are safe from critters. They should keep more than 12 months (from harvest) like this. Walnut kernel (the shelled walnut) is a

Black pickled walnuts on a wooden chopping board, some whole and some sliced.
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What to do with pickled walnuts

Unlocking the potential of pickled walnuts. Pickled walnuts may not be a staple in every pantry, but for those familiar, they are worth exploring.  With roots back to early 18th-century England, these intriguing delicacies offer a unique balance of vinegar with sweetness and spice. Whether you’re a seasoned chef or a home cook looking to

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Recipe: Two-Ingredient Pickled Walnut Ketchup

A delicious and easy to make condiment perfect for something a bit different on a special occasion, or even just to serve alongside a tasty snack (think homemade potato chips… yum). This is the simpler of our two pickled walnut ketchup recipes. Try our Sophisticated Pickled Walnut Ketchup for something different. Ingredients: Method: Click here

A number of different items including walnut kernels and pesto sitting on a table.
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Recipe: Homemade walnut pesto

This homemade pesto sauce is easy to make, and it’s good on just about everything, from pastas to pizzas to salads. Recipe developed by Ros Vodusek, Rich Glen Olive Oil & Mel, Thrive Wholesome Nutrition.

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