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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 min
- Cook time
- 15 min
- Yield
- 6 servings
- Difficulty
- MEDIUM
Ingredients
Quantities are shown as originally provided.
- 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
- 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.