Sweet Spiced Toasted Nuts
Again, you can use any spices you like, or none at all. If you can get your hands on mahleb, add 1/2 tsp of ground mahleb in place of the fennel/cloves/almond. Also choose whatever nuts you prefer, just be aware that some nuts (e.g. walnuts or pecans) and smaller pieces will toast a bit faster. This recipe is only a little sweet, so if you like it sweeter feel free to add a bit more syrup (up to double).
- 4 cups nuts try 1 cup each of pecans, hazelnuts, almonds and cashews
- 1 cup seeds optional
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground cardamom
- 1/4 tsp ground fennel
- pinch ground cloves 2-3 cloves
- 2 tsp oil
- 60 g agave or other syrup
- 1/2 tsp almond extract optional
Mix nuts, seeds if using, salt and spices together in a large bowl. Combine oil and syrup in saucepan and bring to the boil, stirring regularly. Once it's bubbling, switch off and add the almond extract (if using). Pour over the nuts and stir well.
Oil and/or line a large baking tray, and tip the nuts in a single layer. Toast at 160C for 20-25 minutes, stirring at least once and taking care not to burn.