Changhua Hickory Nuts

Changhua Hickory Nuts

　　    Changhua hickory nuts, also known as small walnuts, have been cultivated for several thousand years. They have thick and tough shells, more flesh than kernel, and very hard casings that need to be cracked open with a hammer. These nuts are produced in areas such as Lin’an County’s Changhua and Yuzhi, and Chun’an County’s Linqi and Tangcun in the Tianmu Mountain region along the border of Zhejiang and Anhui. The ones from Lin’an County’s Changhua are produced in the greatest quantity and are considered the highest in quality. When processed with a salt and pepper flavor, they become crispy and delicious. (Hangzhou)