Lifestyle & Usage
Cashews in Middle Eastern and Levantine Dishes
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Cashews appear in rice dishes, salads and festive cooking across the Middle East — often toasted for extra depth.
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Alongside almonds and pistachios, cashews show up in pilafs, stuffed vegetables and herb-rich salads throughout Levantine and Gulf cooking.
1. Toasting for aroma
Dry-toast cashews in a pan before adding to rice or freekeh. Whole kernels stay visible and add contrast to soft grains.
2. Garnish vs ingredient
Sprinkle cashews at the end to preserve crunch, or blend into sauces where you want body without dairy.