Bunya Nut Frozen 100g

$13.00

Bunya Nut | (Araucaria bidwillii)

Bunya Nut is the prized seed of the ancient bunya pine tree, which is native to eastern Australia, and has been a mainstay of First Nations cuisine for millennia. These delightful nuts have a starchy, slightly sweet flavour, and boast a wonderful chewy to crunchy mouthfeel depending on the cooking method. Bunya Nuts can be eaten raw, however it is best enjoyed when roasted, boiled, or ground into flour, making it effective in both sweet and savoury dishes.

  • 16-18 pieces per pack

  • Conveniently processed (deshelled and halved) - no preparation required

  • Native superfood

  • Organically processed* and farmed in Northern Queensland

👉 Keep scrolling for recipe ideas, usage tips, and nutrition insights—plus see how our community is using Bunya Nut in their kitchens.

❄️ Please note: This is a Frozen Item. All orders shipped outside of Adelaide featuring frozen items require the additional Frozen Freight Add-On. Even with this add-on, it is important to note that shipping of frozen items is at the receiver’s risk. Read below for more details.

Bunya Nut | (Araucaria bidwillii)

Bunya Nut is the prized seed of the ancient bunya pine tree, which is native to eastern Australia, and has been a mainstay of First Nations cuisine for millennia. These delightful nuts have a starchy, slightly sweet flavour, and boast a wonderful chewy to crunchy mouthfeel depending on the cooking method. Bunya Nuts can be eaten raw, however it is best enjoyed when roasted, boiled, or ground into flour, making it effective in both sweet and savoury dishes.

  • 16-18 pieces per pack

  • Conveniently processed (deshelled and halved) - no preparation required

  • Native superfood

  • Organically processed* and farmed in Northern Queensland

👉 Keep scrolling for recipe ideas, usage tips, and nutrition insights—plus see how our community is using Bunya Nut in their kitchens.

❄️ Please note: This is a Frozen Item. All orders shipped outside of Adelaide featuring frozen items require the additional Frozen Freight Add-On. Even with this add-on, it is important to note that shipping of frozen items is at the receiver’s risk. Read below for more details.

Frozen Shipping Add-On: Ice & Insulation
Frozen Shipping Add-On: Ice & Insulation
$10.00

  • Bunya Nut Desserts: Experiment with incorporating Bunya Nuts into desserts like cookies, cakes, and muffins. You can add chopped or ground bunya nuts to your favourite dessert recipes to introduce a distinctive nutty flavour.

    Bunya Nut Dips: Blend Bunya Nuts with ingredients like garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, and spices to create a unique dip or spread. This can be served with crackers, bread, or vegetable sticks as an appetizer.

    Bunya Nut Pesto: Create a Bunya Nuts pesto by blending roasted bunya nuts with fresh basil, garlic, Parmesan cheese, olive oil, and a squeeze of lemon juice. Use this pesto as a sauce for pasta or as a flavourful spread for sandwiches and wraps.

    Bunya Nut Bread: Grind roasted Bunya Nuts into a fine flour and use it as a portion of the flour in your bread recipe. Bunya Nut flour adds a unique flavour and nutritional value to your homemade bread.

    Roasted: simply roast the nuts with a bit of olive oil and your favourite seasonings, such as salt, pepper, and herbs, until they are golden brown and crunchy. Roasted Bunya Nuts make for a delicious and nutritious snack.

  • Rinse before use. Thaw frozen fruit in the refrigerator and consume within 3-4 days.

    The nut can be used raw, roasted, milled or cooked.

  • Nutrient-Rich: Bunya Nuts are a good source of essential nutrients, including protein, healthy fats, and a variety of vitamins and minerals. They contain essential nutrients like thiamine, riboflavin, niacin, magnesium, and phosphorus.

    Dietary Fibre: Bunya Nuts are rich in dietary fibre, which can aid in digestive health. Fibre helps regulate bowel movements, prevent constipation, and support a healthy gut microbiome.

    Heart Health: Bunya Nuts contain healthy monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats, which can contribute to heart health. These fats may help reduce LDL (bad) cholesterol levels and lower the risk of heart disease.

    Low Glycaemic Index: Bunya Nuts have a low glycaemic index (GI), which means they have a minimal impact on blood sugar levels when consumed. Foods with a low GI are helpful for managing blood sugar and may be suitable for people with diabetes.

    Gluten-Free: Bunya Nuts are naturally gluten-free, making them a safe and nutritious food option for individuals with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity.

  • Frozen produce can only be shipped via express delivery or collected from our Creative Native warehouse in Adelaide. If you choose shipping, please note this is at your own risk.

    If your order includes frozen items, please ensure you’ve added the Frozen Freight Add-On. This includes insulated packaging (polystyrene foam and ice packs) to help protect your fruit during transit. However, it does not guarantee that items will remain fully frozen, and we cannot accept liability for partial thawing or delays caused by third-party couriers.

    In the event of thawing due to a shipping delay, we may offer a product replacement, but shipping fees and Frozen Freight Add-On costs are non-refundable.

    For the most reliable outcome, we strongly recommend local pick-up.

    If you have any concerns about shipping frozen goods to your location, please contact us at sales@creativenativefoods.com.au. We're happy to provide tailored freight quotes or explore temperature-controlled options- including air freight, where available.