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Sweet and Spicy Holiday Nuts

Sweet and Spicy Holiday Nuts - easy and amazing holiday nuts, with some heat. Recipe by @Reem | Simply Reem.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 418 kcal
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Asian

Ingredients

  • 2 ½ cups unsalted mixed nuts used here are almonds, walnuts, cashew and pistachio
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 ½ tablespoons light brown sugar
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon cumin powder
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground pepper
  • 1 teaspoon salt

Instructions

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  1. In a bowl, mix together the sugars, paprika, cumin powder, black pepper, and salt. Set aside.
  2. In a heavy skillet, melt butter and cook the nuts for about 2-3 minutes, stirring continuously.
  3. Sprinkle the sugar and spice mixture over the nuts and continue cooking for about 8-10 minutes until the sugar caramelizes. Stir constantly to prevent burning.
  4. Once done, transfer the nuts to a large cookie sheet or platter to cool, then serve.

Notes

  • If you like, any choice of dried herb can also be added to flavor these nuts such as dried rosemary, oregano etc.
  • You can also increase or decrease the amount of paprika as per your choice or use cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes in its place.
  • These nuts can be made 4-5days ahead and store in airtight container.

Nutrition Information

Serving 6people Calories 418kcal (21%) Carbohydrates 22g (7%) Protein 10g (20%) Fat 34g (52%) Saturated Fat 6g (30%) Cholesterol 10mg (3%) Sodium 396mg (17%) Fiber 5g (20%) Sugar 6g (12%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6people

Amount Per Serving

Calories 418

% Daily Value*

Serving 6people
Calories 418kcal 21%
Carbohydrates 22g 7%
Protein 10g 20%
Fat 34g 52%
Saturated Fat 6g 30%
Cholesterol 10mg 3%
Sodium 396mg 17%
Fiber 5g 20%
Sugar 6g 12%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.