Salteen Ingredient Knowledge Base
Cashew (Kaju)
काजू
काजू — मिठाई की शान, लड्डू की जान। The creamiest nut in India's sweetest preparations.
Hindi Name
काजू
Type
Other
Origin
Goa / Kerala, India
Season
Year-Round
Taste
Buttery and Mild
Category
The Salteen Story
काजू — Salteen के लड्डुओं की क्रीमी ताकत। Premium whole cashews in our dry fruit laddus — buttery, rich, and deeply nourishing.
In the hierarchy of nuts used in Indian sweets, kaju holds a special place. It is the nut that appears in the most prestigious preparations — from kaju katli to the premium dry fruit laddus that are given as gifts at Diwali and weddings.
At Salteen, our Nourish Dry Fruit Ladoo contains whole cashew pieces — golden, buttery, and slightly toasted before incorporation. The cashew's mild flavour does not compete with the other dry fruits and spices in the laddu; instead, it provides a creamy, rich foundation that binds the preparation together.
We source our cashews from Goa and Kerala — the coastal regions of India where cashew processing is a traditional industry and the quality of the nuts is exceptional. Premium, whole W180 or W240 grade cashews only — no broken pieces, no discolouration.
A dry fruit laddu without kaju is like a festive table without the star dish — missing its centrepiece.
— Salteen, Banaras Ka SwadTaste Profile
The Flavour of Cashew (Kaju)
Why It Matters
Health Benefits
Cashews are among the most nutritionally balanced nuts — providing healthy fats, complete protein, and an impressive range of minerals.
Magnesium & Bone Health
Cashews are one of the best dietary sources of magnesium — essential for bone density, muscle function, and nerve health.
Heart-Healthy Fats
Rich in oleic acid — the same monounsaturated fat found in olive oil, associated with improved heart health.
Zinc & Immunity
One of the richest plant sources of zinc — critical for immune function, wound healing, and enzyme activity.
Brain Function
The combination of healthy fats, magnesium, and B vitamins in cashews supports cognitive function and mental clarity.
Note: The above reflects traditional and general nutritional knowledge. Consult a healthcare professional for personal dietary advice.
Farm to Jar
Where It Comes From
🥜 Goa & Kerala — Premium Cashew
India is the world's largest cashew processor, and the finest quality comes from the coastal belt of Goa and Kerala. We source our cashews from established processors in these regions — selecting W180 and W240 grade whole nuts with uniform colour, no splits, and maximum butter content.
In Your Salteen Kitchen
Used In
Cashews are a key ingredient in Salteen's Nourish Dry Fruit Ladoo — appearing as whole pieces, lightly toasted. They also feature in our premium Diwali gift mixes.
In Brief
Premium whole cashews from Goa and Kerala — lightly toasted and layered into our Nourish Dry Fruit Laddu for rich, buttery nourishment.
— Salteen Ingredient Description