Szechuan Nuts
Bring bold and zesty flavors to your snack table with these irresistible Szechuan Nuts! This quick and easy recipe transforms a medley of crunchy almonds, cashews, walnuts, and peanuts into a spicy, savory delight infused with the electrifying heat of Szechuan peppercorns and dried red chilies. A delectable blend of soy sauce, honey, garlic, and ginger coats the nuts, while a sprinkle of sesame seeds adds the perfect finishing touch. Roasting them to golden perfection enhances their rich nuttiness and locks in the flavorful glaze. Ready in just 20 minutes, these Szechuan Nuts are the ultimate crowd-pleasing appetizer or snack, perfect for game nights, party platters, or satisfying midday cravings. Spice up your snacking game and store a batch to enjoy all week long!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Mixed nuts (almonds, cashews, walnuts, and peanuts)
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon Szechuan peppercorns
- 4 whole Dried red chilies
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground ginger
- 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Sesame seeds
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 1 teaspoon Sugar
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
In a small skillet, toast the Szechuan peppercorns over medium heat for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Then crush them lightly using a mortar and pestle or the back of a spoon.
Chop the dried red chilies into small pieces or leave them whole for a milder flavor.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the vegetable oil, crushed Szechuan peppercorns, dried red chilies, garlic powder, ground ginger, soy sauce, honey, salt, and sugar. Mix well to create a flavorful coating.
Add the mixed nuts to the bowl and toss until they are evenly coated in the spice mixture.
Spread the nuts in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
Roast in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the nuts are golden and fragrant.
Remove the nuts from the oven and sprinkle the sesame seeds over the top while they are still warm.
Let the nuts cool completely on the baking sheet before serving or storing in an airtight container for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1735 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 148.5 g | 190% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.1 g | 101% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 17.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1773 mg | 77% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 80.3 g | 29% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.2 g | 69% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.0 g | ||
| Protein | 52.1 g | 104% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 264 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 9.8 mg | 54% | |
| Potassium | 1843 mg | 39% | |
*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.
