Spiced Roasted Almonds
Whole almonds tossed in olive oil, smoked paprika, cumin and cayenne and slow-roasted until fragrant. Eight servings in 25 minutes.
Make Ahead and Storage
Keeps in an airtight jar for up to 2 weeks. Let them cool completely before sealing.
How to Make Spiced Roasted Almonds
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Heat the oven to 160°C / 320°F (140°C / 285°F fan) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
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Toss the almonds with the oil in a bowl until every nut is lightly coated. Add the paprika, cumin, garlic powder, salt and cayenne and toss again.
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Spread the almonds in a single layer on the tray. Roast for 18 to 20 minutes, stirring once halfway, until they smell toasted and have darkened a shade.
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Leave the almonds to cool on the tray; they will crisp as they cool.
Tips for Success
- Start with raw almonds, not roasted and salted ones, which would over-roast and over-salt.
- If you prefer a milder snack, leave out the cayenne.
- Stir once halfway through so the nuts colour evenly.
Behind the Recipe
How do you get spices to stay on almonds instead of falling to the bottom of the bowl? Use a spoonful of oil as the glue. Toss the nuts in the oil first so every almond is lightly coated, then add the spices and toss again.
Roasting low and slow does the rest. Roast at 160°C for 18 to 20 minutes, stirring halfway, until the almonds smell toasted and turn a shade darker. They will not feel crisp when they come out. Once cool, they firm up, so resist the urge to roast them longer, since over-roasted almonds taste bitter. Cayenne is optional. Check at 15 minutes, since small ovens run hot.
Nuts are rich in energy, so portion them. A small handful is a serving here. Keep the almonds in a jar once cool and they are ready for a desk drawer, a lunch box or a bowl at a party. They also make a good gift in a jar.
What to Put Next to It
A bowl of olives · Fresh vegetable sticks · A cup of tea
Spiced Roasted Almonds FAQ
How long does Spiced Roasted Almonds take to make?
About 25 minutes in total — 5 minutes of preparation and 20 minutes of cooking. The recipe serves 8.
What are the key tips for making Spiced Roasted Almonds?
Start with raw almonds, not roasted and salted ones, which would over-roast and over-salt. If you prefer a milder snack, leave out the cayenne. Stir once halfway through so the nuts colour evenly.
What should I serve with Spiced Roasted Almonds?
A bowl of olives; Fresh vegetable sticks; A cup of tea.
How should Spiced Roasted Almonds be stored?
Keeps in an airtight jar for up to 2 weeks. Let them cool completely before sealing.
Is Spiced Roasted Almonds suitable for a special diet?
This recipe is vegan, vegetarian, dairy-free, gluten-free, diabetes-friendly, low-carb, keto and no added sugar. Those labels are checked against the ingredient list, so a dish is only marked when nothing in it contradicts the claim.
How many calories are in Spiced Roasted Almonds?
About 257 kcal per serving, with 8 g protein, 9 g carbohydrate and 21 g fat. The figures are calculated from the ingredient list and are an estimate.
Spiced Roasted Almonds Nutrition Facts
Per serving, calculated from the ingredient list. Treat these as an estimate — brands and cuts vary.
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