Peanut kernels, organic, Fairtrade, red-skin, 1kg
Organic Fairtrade peanuts with skin, raw, unroasted, unsalted and natural. Produced entirely in Uzbekistan.
✔ 100% organic
✔ Fairtrade certified
✔ With red seed coat
✔ Unroasted & unsalted
✔ Entirely processed in Uzbekistan
✔ Perfect for baking or for peanut butter
About the product
Our organic Fairtrade peanuts without skins come from small farmers in the Urgut region in southern Uzbekistan. The nuts are harvested in autumn, then carefully shelled and processed. As this is an old local variety, the shell is slightly thicker than that of conventionally grown peanuts. Each shell contains 3-4 large to small, intensely aromatic peanut kernels.
Raw peanut kernels have a mild, subtle aroma that is distinctly different from the intense roasted flavour. They have a pleasant nutty taste, are slightly sweet and have a slightly earthy flavour reminiscent of beans, which is enhanced by the red seed skin – typical of their legume origin. Their consistency is soft to crunchy, but less crispy than roasted peanuts. It is precisely because they are raw and natural that they develop their original character.
Peanuts, which belong to the legume family, are rich in vegetable protein and provide valuable fibre that supports healthy digestion. They contain healthy unsaturated fatty acids and important micronutrients such as magnesium, potassium, phosphorus and vitamin E. This combination contributes to normal nerve and muscle function, supports energy metabolism and has an antioxidant effect by protecting cells from oxidative stress. The red seed skin is still present and also contains many valuable nutrients. When consumed in moderation, they are a nutrient-rich part of a balanced diet.
The unroasted peanuts without skins are very versatile:
- As an ingredient for homemade peanut butter
- For baking and cooking (e.g. in bread, biscuits, sauces or Asian-inspired dishes)
- As a topping for muesli, bowls or salads
- Roasted and seasoned as a snack
Their neutral, natural flavour makes them the ideal basis for creative recipe ideas.
The peanuts grow in the fields of the Urgut region in southern Uzbekistan. From May to September, the plants ripen in a dry, continental climate with hot summers and cold winters. They are irrigated only a few times per season with meltwater and rainwater from the mountains – a scarce resource that is used very efficiently. Due to the slow growth in this arid environment, the nuts remain smaller than commercially available varieties, but develop a concentrated aroma and high oil content. Harvesting takes place in October.
They are then processed by Silk Road Organik Foods in accordance with organic and Fairtrade standards: shelled, processed, sorted and packaged. Energy-efficient processes are used, including solar thermal and photovoltaic systems, which enable largely climate-friendly processing. Up to 80 employees – mostly women – sort the peanuts by hand and check them for impurities and quality.
Production takes place entirely in Uzbekistan – from the field to the processed kernel. Pakka deliberately focuses on direct trade without intermediaries. In addition to paying the Fairtrade premium, the harvests of small farmers are pre-financed. In this way, we strengthen the entire local value chain and ensure fair incomes, high-quality products and sustainable economic growth in the region.
In addition to the Fairtrade premium, 5 centimes from every product sold goes to the Pakka Foundation to support projects in the countries of origin. More information: www.pakkafoundation.org
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Store in a cool, dry place. Close opened packages tightly and protect from moisture and light.
