Best Cajun Spiced Mixed Nuts Recipes

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ROASTED CAJUN NUTS



Roasted Cajun Nuts image

Provided by Trisha Yearwood

Time 1h15m

Yield 4 cups

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Kosher salt
2 tablespoons warm rendered bacon fat or melted unsalted butter
2 cloves garlic, finely grated
1 cup raw unsalted almonds
1 cup unsalted cashews
1 cup pecan halves
1 cup unsalted dry-roasted peanuts
1 large egg white

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 200 degrees F. Line a baking pan with parchment.
  • Mix the sugar, Cajun seasoning and cayenne together in a small bowl. If your Cajun seasoning does not contain salt, add 3/4 teaspoon salt.
  • Mix the warm bacon fat or butter with the garlic in a large bowl. Add the almonds, cashews, pecans and peanuts and toss to coat well.
  • In another large bowl, whisk the egg white vigorously until foamy. Add the nuts to the egg white and toss to coat. Add the seasoning mix and toss to coat.
  • Spread the nuts on the prepared baking pan in a single layer. Bake, stirring every 10 to 15 minutes, until glossy and lightly toasted, about 1 hour. Cool completely; the nuts will crisp as they cool.

CAJUN SPICED NUTS



Cajun Spiced Nuts image

You'll keep going back for these nuts with Cajun seasoning and a bit of sugar and salt.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 1h30m

Yield about 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 4

Vegetable oil, for the baking sheet
3 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
2 cups salted mixed nuts

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 250 degrees F. Lightly oil a rimmed baking sheet.
  • Whisk together the sugar, Cajun seasoning and egg white in a medium bowl until thoroughly blended and slightly foamy. Add the nuts and toss to coat evenly. Spread on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 45 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes. Nuts will be fragrant and slightly darker but still a bit moist; they?ll crisp as they cool.
  • Cool completely on the pan. Nuts will keep in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

CAJUN SPICED MIXED NUTS RECIPE - (4.2/5)



Cajun spiced mixed nuts Recipe - (4.2/5) image

Provided by jab120638

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/4 teaspoon coarse salt
1/2 teaspoons paprika
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon ground pepper
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon ground thyme
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 tablespoons melted butter
1 1/2-2 teaspoons hot sauce
1 (15-ounce) container lightly salted mixed nuts

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 200 degrees F. Line baking sheet with foil and spray foil with cooking spray. Set aside. In a small bowl, stir together spices and dried herbs to form Cajun seasoning. In a separate small bowl, stir together melted butter and hot sauce. Pour mixed nuts into a large bowl. Pour melted butter and Cajun seasoning over nuts and toss to coat. Spread seasoned nuts, into an even layer on foil lined baking sheet. Bake in preheated 200 degree F oven for 45-60 minutes, stirring occasionally. Allow nuts to cool completely, then store seasoned nuts in an air tight container.

SWEET, SALTY, SPICY PARTY NUTS



Sweet, Salty, Spicy Party Nuts image

I find this technique much easier than the stovetop pan method. You'll get beautiful, perfectly frosted nuts that are roasted evenly, with no bitter burned spots.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Snacks     Party Mix Recipes

Time 27m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 12

Cooking spray
1 cup untoasted walnut halves
1 cup untoasted pecan halves
1 cup unsalted, dry roasted almonds
1 cup unsalted, dry roasted cashews
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon ground cumin
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
½ cup white sugar
¼ cup water
1 tablespoon butter

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and lightly coat with cooking spray.
  • Combine walnut halves, pecan halves, almonds, and cashews in a large bowl. Add salt, black pepper, cumin, and cayenne pepper; toss to coat.
  • Heat sugar, water, and butter in a small saucepan over medium heat until the butter is melted. Cook for 1 minute and remove from heat. Slowly pour butter mixture over the bowl of nuts and stir to coat.
  • Transfer nuts to the prepared baking sheet and spread into a single layer.
  • Bake nuts in the preheated oven for 10 minutes. Stir nuts until the warm syrup coats every nut. Spread into a single layer, return to the oven, and bake until nuts are sticky and roasted, about 6 minutes. Allow to cool before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 219 calories, Carbohydrate 12.7 g, Cholesterol 1.9 mg, Fat 18.1 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 4.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.4 g, Sodium 205.7 mg, Sugar 7.5 g

CAJUN SPICE MIX



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This is a mildly hot Cajun spice mix you make yourself with common spices from your pantry. For those who like it hotter, add the optional crushed red pepper. This makes a great oven Cajun hashbrowns!

Provided by DiamondLil

Categories     Everyday Cooking

Time 5m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons garlic powder
2 ½ teaspoons paprika
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 ¼ teaspoons dried oregano
1 ¼ teaspoons dried thyme
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes

Steps:

  • Stir together salt, garlic powder, paprika, black pepper, onion powder, cayenne pepper, oregano, thyme, and red pepper flakes until evenly blended. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 5.7 calories, Carbohydrate 1.2 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 0.2 g, Sodium 388.2 mg, Sugar 0.3 g

SPICY MIXED NUTS



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Cumin and chili powder give extra oomph to the classic homemade nut mix. It's a smart solution for holiday snacking and gift giving. -Delores Hill, Helena, Montana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Snacks

Time 15m

Yield 3 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 tablespoons butter
1 can (15 to 16 ounces) mixed nuts
1/4 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon chili powder
1/8 teaspoon ground cumin

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, melt butter over low heat. Add nuts and Worcestershire sauce; cook and stir 5-7 minutes. Drain on paper towels. Place nuts in a large bowl. Combine remaining ingredients; sprinkle over nuts, tossing to coat. Cool. Store in an airtight container at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 225 calories, Fat 19g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 232mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

CAJUN SPICED PEANUTS



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I've recently discovered Cajun seasoning and I like it so much,I'm about to add it to any food. Found this on about.com.

Provided by littlemafia

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 5m

Yield 2 cups, 4-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 teaspoons vegetable oil
1 1/2 teaspoons creole seasoning or 1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, ground
2 cups lightly dry roasted salted peanuts

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  • Stir in seasoning and cayenne.
  • Add peanuts to skillet; cook for 2 minutes stirring constantly.
  • Serve warm or at room temperature.
  • Store for up to 3 weeks in a tightly covered container.

SLOW-COOKER SPICED MIXED NUTS



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What slow cookers do for soups and stews, they'll do for mixed nuts, too. The scent of spices is delightful, and the nuts are delicious. -Stephanie Loaiza, Layton, Utah

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Snacks

Time 2h5m

Yield 6 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 large egg white
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 cup unblanched almonds
1 cup pecan halves
1 cup shelled walnuts
1 cup unsalted cashews
1 cup sugar
1 cup packed brown sugar
4 teaspoons ground cinnamon
2 teaspoons ground ginger
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1/8 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons water

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, whisk egg white and vanilla until blended; stir in nuts. In a small bowl, mix sugars, spices and salt. Add to nut mixture and toss to coat., Transfer to a greased 3-qt. slow cooker. Cook, covered, on high 1-1/2 hours, stirring every 15 minutes. Gradually stir in water. Cook, covered, on low 20 minutes., Spread onto waxed paper; cool completely. Store in airtight containers up to 1 week.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 261 calories, Fat 15g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 26mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (24g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

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