Eating in China
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Almond kernels

巴旦木仁Bādànmù rén

Edible kernels of the sweet almond, Prunus dulcis, called 巴旦木 in Chinese.

Type

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How to recognize it

Elongated kernels with brown skin and a pale interior; distinct from apricot kernels and almond flour.

In the kitchen

Eaten as nuts and used in sweets, including some versions of marentang.

May be whole, sliced, peeled or roasted. Seasoned products have additional ingredients; check the label. Contains almonds.

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这道菜里有巴旦木仁吗?

Does this dish contain Almond kernels?

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