Can you eat black walnuts raw?: A Guide to Harvesting and Safe Consumption
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4 min read
While the tough outer husk of a black walnut contains a compound that can stain and irritate, the nutmeat inside is completely edible and highly nutritious once properly processed. So, **can you eat black walnuts raw**? Yes, you can—but the journey from tree to table requires careful preparation to remove the hard shell and hull and unlock its bold, earthy flavor.
