Candle nut

Candle nut, also known as Aleurites molucanna, is a tropical tree native to Southeast Asia and the Pacific Islands. The tree produces nuts that have several culinary and medicinal uses. Here’s a breakdown of its characteristics:

1. Appearance: The candle nut is a small, round, hard seed that typically has a smooth, beige or pale yellow exterior. Its size is similar to a macadamia nut but can be a bit larger.

2. Culinary Use: The nut has a rich, fatty texture, and is often used in cooking, particularly in Southeast Asian cuisine. It’s a key ingredient in dishes like **sambals** and curries, as it helps to thicken the sauce and add a creamy consistency. It also adds a mild, slightly sweet flavor. Candle nuts are sometimes toasted to enhance their flavor.

3. Oil: The nuts are high in oil, and the oil extracted from them is sometimes used in cooking or even as a base for cosmetics and skincare products due to its moisturizing properties.

4. Toxicity: Raw candle nuts contain certain compounds that can be toxic if consumed in large quantities, so they are typically roasted or ground to reduce their toxicity before they are eaten.

5. Medicinal Uses: Traditional medicine in various cultures has utilized candle nuts for their purported health benefits, such as treating coughs, fever, and digestive issues, though these uses are based on folklore.

6. Other Uses: The nut’s high oil content makes it useful in lighting (hence the name “candle nut”), and the wood from the tree is sometimes used in local crafts.

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Budi Harto

Star Laboratories

Pergudangan Mutiara Margomulyo  Indah C 15, Surabaya, Indonesia

Whatsapp/ Phone : +62 816 525 328

USD Price : $3500/ton FOB Surabaya