neeshch'íí'
pinon nut
neh sh chee
The Navajo word neeshch’íí’ refers to the pinyon nuts of the pinyon pine tree.
Neeshch’íí’ is harvested every few years and can be roasted for eating.
Many people have harvested and resold neeshch’íí’, which is somewhat considered a delicacy food.
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