Sesame Glazed Walnuts
Sweet, savory, and delightfully crunchy, these Sesame Glazed Walnuts are the perfect snack or topping for salads, yogurt, or even ice cream. This quick and easy recipe combines the nuttiness of toasted walnuts with a rich glaze made from honey, soy sauce, and sesame oil, balanced with a hint of sweetness from granulated sugar. A sprinkle of white and optional black sesame seeds adds texture and a visually appealing finish. Ready in just 25 minutes, this treat is ideal for entertaining, gifting, or simply indulging yourself. With their irresistible flavor and versatility, these glazed walnuts will quickly become a go-to in your kitchen!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups walnuts
- 0.5 cups granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons white sesame seeds
- 1 tablespoon black sesame seeds (optional)
- 3 tablespoons water
Instructions
Preheat a dry skillet over medium heat.
Add the walnuts to the skillet and toast for 4-5 minutes, stirring frequently, until they are lightly golden and fragrant. Remove from the skillet and set them aside.
In the same skillet, combine the granulated sugar, honey, soy sauce, sesame oil, and water. Stir well and cook over medium heat until the mixture begins to bubble and the sugar has dissolved completely, about 2-3 minutes.
Reduce the heat to low and return the toasted walnuts to the skillet, stirring to coat them evenly in the glaze. Continue cooking for about 5-6 minutes, stirring frequently, until the glaze thickens and clings to the walnuts.
Sprinkle the white sesame seeds, and black sesame seeds if using, over the walnuts. Stir to distribute the seeds evenly.
Transfer the glazed walnuts to a parchment-lined baking sheet or a large plate in a single layer to cool. Be sure to separate them slightly to prevent clumping as they harden.
Once completely cooled, serve immediately or store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2366 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 183.9 g | 236% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.6 g | 93% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 119.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 587 mg | 26% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 174.7 g | 64% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.4 g | 69% | |
| Total Sugars | 140.8 g | ||
| Protein | 42.9 g | 86% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 508 mg | 39% | |
| Iron | 11.3 mg | 63% | |
| Potassium | 1258 mg | 27% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
