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Our Pista Price
| Pack | Price | Works out to |
|---|---|---|
| 200 g | ₹419 | ₹210 per 100 g |
| 500 g | ₹999 | ₹200 per 100 g |
These are roasted and lightly salted American pistachios with naturally split shells. Free delivery on orders above ₹399.
In Shell Means You Pay for the Shell
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Salted pista is sold in the shell, and about half the weight is shell. USDA data puts the edible part of in-shell pistachios at roughly 50%. So 500 g of in-shell pista gives you around 250 g of nuts to eat.
That is normal for every brand selling pista in shell. When comparing prices, compare in-shell with in-shell, and kernels with kernels.
American or Iranian Pista?
- American (California): large, evenly split shells, mild and slightly sweet. Easy to open.
- Iranian: often smaller with a deeper green kernel and stronger flavour. Usually priced higher.
Both are good. American pista is easier to find in consistent quality.
Salted or Unsalted?
Salted roasted pista is the classic snack. If you are watching your salt intake, keep to a small handful, or use unsalted kernels for cooking, kulfi and mithai.
How to Spot Good Pista
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Split shells
Most shells should be naturally open. Closed shells are hard to open and often under-ripe.
Kernel colour
Green to yellowish green inside. Brown kernels are old.
Crunch
Fresh roasted pista is crisp, not chewy.
Taste
Nutty with light salt. Any bitter taste means stale oil.
How Much to Eat
A handful of about 25 to 30 in-shell pistachios is a sensible daily snack. More on its benefits in our pista benefits guide. For all prices, see our dry fruits price list.
Editorial Note
How we publish Chau Foods blog guides
This article is published by the Chau Foods editorial team for general food education, ingredient guidance, and shopping support. It is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
Reader Checklist
- Published on 10 October 2026
- Last reviewed and updated on 10 October 2026 by the Chau Foods editorial team.
- Use this guide for food education and buying decisions, not medical treatment.
- If you have allergies or a clinical diet plan, check with a qualified professional first.
About the Author
Chau Foods Editorial Team
This guide is written and fact-checked by the Chau Foods editorial team - a small group of FSSAI-certified food specialists based in Rohini, Delhi. Led by founder Mohit, the team combines direct farm-sourcing experience (California almonds, Bihar makhana from Darbhanga & Madhubani, Kashmir walnuts, Kerala spices) with hands-on quality control at the Chau Foods packing facility. We publish only what we would feed our own families, cite Indian nutrition data where relevant, and refresh every article when sourcing, pricing, or health guidelines change.
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