American badam giri 500gm pack

About this pack

American badam giri — ready-shelled American almond kernels, no cracking required. This is the cook's pack: 500gm of clean kernels (with 250gm and 1kg options on this page) that go straight from bag to blanching pot, grinder or mixing bowl.

Giri just means the kernel without the shell. If your almonds are destined for desserts, badam milk or grinding rather than table-snacking in the shell, giri saves you the work.

Why cooks buy giri

• Zero cracking — the whole 500gm is usable kernel.
• Uniform size, so blanching and grinding come out even.
• Straight into kheer, sheer khurma, halwa and badam milk.
• Handy for weekly meal prep: soak, peel, refrigerate, use all week.

Taste and texture

Clean almond kernels with a mild nutty crunch — the standard American almond character. Dry, they snap pleasantly; blanched, they turn tender and sweet; ground, they melt into desserts. It's a mild flavour by design, which is why it carries saffron, cardamom and milk so well instead of competing with them.

Choosing good kernels

Look for even size and colour, minimal broken bits and dust. Smell the pack — fresh kernels smell mildly sweet and nutty, never stale or sharply oily. For soaking and blanching, clean raw kernels are what you want. Compare the same weight and grade across sellers, not just the headline price.

See the Almond Quality Checklist for the full rundown.

Pack sizes

The 500gm suits regular cooking; the kilo is for wedding-season desserts and bulk badam milk. Confirm the live price at checkout.

Storage

Shelled kernels need more care than in-shell almonds: airtight, cool, away from sunlight and stove heat. In summer or monsoon, refrigerate — oil-rich kernels turn fastest in heat. Dry spoon only. Guide: How to Store Dry Fruits.

In the kitchen

To blanch: cover with boiling water, rest a few minutes, and the skins slip off between your fingers. Blanched kernels grind into a fine meal for kheer and sheer khurma, slice into slivers for garnishing halwa and zarda, or blend into badam milk. Soaked overnight and peeled, they're the classic morning badam too.

Price

Currently Rs 1,100 for 250gm, Rs 2,200 for 500gm and Rs 4,400 for 1kg. Shelled kernels cost more than in-shell per kilo — you're paying for usable kernel only.

Delivery

We deliver across Pakistan with cash on delivery on most orders. Lahore customers may see same-day or local pickup options at checkout where offered.

Guides

• Almonds Price in Pakistan
• Almond Quality Checklist
• Dry Fruits Price in Pakistan

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FAQ

Giri vs whole badam — which should I buy?

Buy giri if the almonds are for cooking, grinding or soaking — you skip the shelling work. Buy in-shell (like kagzi) if you snack them whole and want maximum freshness per rupee.

How do I blanch and peel them?

Pour boiling water over the kernels, wait a few minutes, drain — the skins pinch right off. Pat dry before grinding.

Can I grind them into powder at home?

Yes, in short pulses so the oils don't turn it into butter. Blanched and fully dry kernels grind finest.

How do I check freshness on arrival?

Snap and smell: crisp break, mild sweet nuttiness. Soft chew or stale-oil smell means old stock.

Is cash on delivery available?

Yes, on most orders across Pakistan.