Name: Spicy Cashews and Pecans
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 20 min
Ingredients: 1 cup raw pecans; 1 cup raw cashews; 1 Tbsp maple syrup; ½ tsp curry powder; ⅛ tsp cayenne pepper; ¼ tsp salt (optional)

Recipes » Snacks » Spicy Cashews and Pecans

By Vicki Brett-Gach

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This simple yet delectable snack combines the natural richness of raw pecans and cashews with a tantalizing blend of sweet and spicy elements. A drizzle of maple syrup adds a hint of sweetness, while curry powder and cayenne pepper provide a fiery kick that'll awaken your taste buds.

Prep: 5 mins Cook: 20 mins Yield: 2 cups

Gluten Free Soy Free

Author’s notes: My favorite combination is half pecans, half cashews. You might try almonds or walnuts, too. Just remember to use raw nuts, rather than roasted, to prevent over-toasting.

Ingredients

1 cup raw pecans
1 cup raw cashews
1 Tbsp maple syrup
½ tsp curry powder
⅛ tsp cayenne pepper
¼ tsp salt (optional)

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Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 325 °F. Line a roasting pan with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, combine all ingredients and toss very well to combine. Pour the coated nuts onto the parchment paper, and spread evenly in a single layer. Bake until the nuts are fragrant and toasty, about 15-20 minutes.
3. Remove from oven and allow to cool. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.