Cashew

Premium quality cashew nuts including raw, roasted, salted, and flavoured varieties for snacking and cooking.

Collection Overview & Buyer Intent

Discover our cashew collection, a child category within our almonds, cashew and pistachio range, part of the broader dried fruits, nuts and seeds family. These creamy, buttery nuts are beloved for their rich flavour, smooth texture, and versatility in both sweet and savoury preparations. From raw cashews for making dairy-free cream to roasted varieties for snacking, our carefully sourced cashews deliver consistent quality and freshness. Whether you're preparing traditional Indian sweets, rich gravies, or healthy snacks, our cashews provide the premium quality that British Indian households trust.

Best For – Quick Selection Guide

Our cashews are perfect for making rich Indian gravies and kormas, preparing traditional sweets like kaju katli, healthy snacking, and creating dairy-free alternatives. These versatile nuts complement our almonds and pistachios for mixed nut preparations, and work beautifully in both sweet and savoury applications.

Comparison Section

When selecting cashews, consider the preparation and intended use. Raw cashews are ideal for making cashew cream, nut butter, and grinding into gravies. Roasted cashews offer enhanced flavour and crunch, perfect for snacking. Salted cashews provide savoury satisfaction for snack time. Cashew pieces work well for cooking and baking where whole nuts aren't necessary. Unlike our almonds which are firmer and slightly bitter, cashews offer creamy sweetness and softer texture. Our peanuts provide more affordable protein, whilst walnuts offer omega-3 benefits.

Popular Dishes

Cashews shine in dishes like kaju katli (cashew fudge), korma gravies, cashew chicken, kaju curry, cashew kheer, and as garnishes for biryanis and desserts. They're essential for creating rich, creamy gravies in North Indian cuisine. Pair with our ghee for roasting and our rice for garnishing pulao and biryani.

Related Essentials

Complete your nut collection with our almonds and pistachios for variety, and explore our raisins for complementary dried fruits. Enhance your cooking with our veg dish masala and non-veg dish masala for complete gravy preparations. Don't forget our jaggery for traditional sweets.

How to Choose

Select cashews based on your intended use and preferences. Raw cashews are best for grinding into gravies, making cashew cream, and preparing sweets. Roasted cashews offer convenience and enhanced flavour for snacking. Whole cashews are preferred for garnishing and premium presentations, whilst cashew pieces work well for cooking where appearance matters less. Check for uniform colour (pale ivory), absence of blemishes, and fresh sweet aroma. Avoid cashews that smell rancid or show signs of moisture. Store in airtight containers in a cool, dark place, or refrigerate for extended freshness.

Why Buy from Grocerywala

Grocerywala sources premium cashews from trusted suppliers, ensuring you receive fresh, high-quality nuts with excellent flavour and creamy texture. We carefully inspect our cashews for size consistency and quality, delivering the standards that British Indian households expect for both cooking and snacking. Our competitive pricing makes premium cashews accessible for daily use, whilst our fast UK delivery ensures you receive fresh products. We understand the importance of quality cashews in Indian cooking, and our selection consistently delivers superior taste and texture.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between raw and roasted cashews?

Raw cashews (technically lightly steamed to remove toxins) retain maximum nutritional value and neutral flavour, making them ideal for grinding into gravies, making cashew cream, and preparing sweets. Roasted cashews have enhanced nutty flavour and crunchier texture from the roasting process, perfect for snacking. Both offer excellent nutrition, so choose based on your intended use—raw for cooking and processing, roasted for eating as-is.

Can I use cashews to make dairy-free cream?

Yes! Raw cashews are excellent for making dairy-free cream. Soak them in water for 2-4 hours (or use hot water for 15 minutes), then blend with fresh water until smooth and creamy. The ratio is typically 1 cup cashews to 1/2-3/4 cup water, adjusted for desired thickness. Cashew cream works beautifully in both sweet and savoury dishes, providing rich, creamy texture without dairy.

How should I store cashews to keep them fresh?

Store cashews in airtight containers in a cool, dark place away from heat and moisture. For longer storage (beyond 2-3 months), refrigerate or freeze them in sealed containers. Cashews contain oils that can turn rancid when exposed to heat, light, or air. Properly stored cashews stay fresh for 6-12 months in the fridge or up to a year in the freezer. If cashews taste bitter or rancid, discard them as the oils have oxidised.

Why are cashews more expensive than other nuts?

Cashews are labour-intensive to process. They grow in a toxic shell that must be carefully removed by hand, and the nuts require steaming or roasting to neutralise toxins before consumption. The delicate extraction process, combined with limited growing regions and high demand, makes cashews more expensive than nuts like peanuts or almonds. However, their unique creamy texture and versatility justify the premium for many cooks.

Can I substitute cashews with other nuts in recipes?

For snacking, most nuts can substitute for cashews based on preference. However, for cooking, cashews' unique creamy texture when ground makes them difficult to replace in gravies and sauces. Almonds can work but create a different texture and flavour. For dairy-free cream, soaked cashews are superior to other nuts due to their neutral flavour and smooth, creamy consistency when blended. In sweets, the substitution depends on the specific recipe and desired outcome.