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About this 1kg pack

This is the full kilo of our chilgoza pine nuts from Afghanistan — the region these nuts are most associated with. A kilo is the pack that regular chilgoza households buy once and eat through the winter, or split between two families.

Every kernel is pulled from a pine cone by hand — no machine does it — which is why chilgoza has always been the priciest nut in the bazaar.

Why buy the kilo

• One sealed pack — fewer openings, better freshness.
• Enough for a household that eats chilgoza daily through the cold months.
• Easy to split: half for your kitchen, half for family.
• Cash on delivery on most orders — no advance payment on a big order.

Taste and texture

Buttery pine nuts with a rich, resinous aroma on opening. The kernel is soft and creamy rather than crunchy, with a sweet, piney depth no other nut has. That aroma is your freshness meter: inviting means fresh, sharp or stale means skip.

Judging chilgoza quality

Chilgoza spoils faster than most nuts if left open, so buy sealed packs in summer. Kernels should look fairly uniform with minimal broken bits; open the pack and smell — rancid or harsh oily odour means skip it at any price. Compare the same weight and grade across sellers, not just the headline price.

Worth a read: Chilgoza Price Guide and How to Buy Dry Fruits Online.

Pack sizes on this page

Dry-fruit prices move with season, grade and stock — confirm the live price at checkout.

Storing a kilo of pine nuts

A kilo is a lot to lose to heat: oil-rich nuts go rancid fast. Keep the pack sealed and airtight, away from stove and sunlight; refrigerate in peak summer or monsoon. Always use a dry spoon — moisture shortens shelf life fastest.

See How to Store Dry Fruits and the Monsoon Storage Guide.

How we eat it

Mostly straight from the pack, a small handful at a time. A minute in a dry pan wakes the aroma — but don't overheat oil-rich nuts, they turn bitter fast. Crushed over sheer khurma or winter desserts, a spoonful goes a long way.

Price and stock

Currently Rs 16,000 for 1kg, Rs 8,000 for 500gm, Rs 4,000 for 250gm. Chilgoza rates shift with the harvest — confirm at checkout.

Delivery

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

Guides worth reading

• Chilgoza Price Guide
• Dry Fruits Price in Pakistan
• Dry Fruit Price in Lahore

Pairs well with

• Chilgoza 250gm Gift Pack — the same nut in gift-ready packing
• Salted Pistachios Pista 1kg
• Full chilgoza collection
• All dry fruits

Questions we get asked

Why is chilgoza so expensive?

It's hand-harvested — kernels are pulled from pine cones one by one. That labour is the price; no machine does it at scale.

How long does an opened kilo stay fresh?

Sealed and stored cool, several months. Once opened, reseal and finish it within weeks in summer — heat and air are the enemies.

Can I keep it in the fridge?

Yes. In summer and monsoon, the fridge is the safest place for oil-rich nuts.

Is the 1kg the same chilgoza as the smaller packs?

Yes — same product line, bigger sealed pack. Pick the size that matches how fast your household eats it.

Do you offer cash on delivery?

Yes, COD is available on most orders across Pakistan.