Can You Eat Black Walnuts Straight From the Tree? A Forager's Guide
                                
                                
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                                Unlike the thin-shelled English walnuts commonly found in stores, black walnuts possess an extremely tough husk and shell, making it impossible to eat them straight from the tree. Proper harvesting, husking, and curing are essential steps to unlock this uniquely flavorful wild nut.