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Is Sichuan a Nut? Separating Myth from Culinary Fact

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5 min read
Over 20 million Americans have a food allergy, and for those with a tree nut sensitivity, understanding if a new ingredient is safe is crucial. The question, 'Is Sichuan a nut?' arises due to its namesake, but Sichuan peppercorns are not related to nuts at all; they are the dried fruit husks from a plant in the citrus family.

What Fruit Is Part of the Citrus Family?

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3 min read
According to FAOSTAT data, world citrus production in 2020 was nearly 158.5 million tons, making it one of the most widely cultivated fruit groups globally. Citrus fruits belong to the genus *Citrus*, a group of flowering trees and shrubs in the rue family, Rutaceae.