How do you crack a Brasil nut shell and have a non mashed nut meat?

Answer 1

lots of patience... I use a a nut cracker and apply slight pressure til it starts to crack, move down the fatter part repeat until the meat is free.. often have to sacrifice the pointed ends of the meat but should end up with a good nugget.

Answer 2

It takes just enough pressure, and even then, often you get bits left over that you have to dig out with the nut pick.

Answer 3

3lb hammer and a fine screwdriver, used with expert precision