Cashews
10.0best for stir fryMild, buttery; closest texture match
Pistachios tossed into Stir Fry at the end add crunch and protein. The replacement should toast quickly in a hot pan without burning or turning bitter.
Mild, buttery; closest texture match
More bitter but similar crunch in baking
Sweeter; works in desserts and salads
Slightly sweeter, good for snacking
Toast and chop for crunch; 1:1 swap in pesto, baklava, and baked goods, less sweet
Green color and crunch; 1:1 swap in salads, pesto, and baked goods, nut-free option
Buttery and rich; 1:1 swap in cookies and white chocolate bark, milder flavor
Similar small size and buttery texture; 1:1 swap in pesto, sweeter and softer texture
Richer and sweeter; 1:1 swap in baked goods and ice cream, no green color
Chop to match pistachio size; creamy with rich nutty flavor, 1:1 in baking and trail mix