INDIAN-SPICED CASHEWS

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Use as a snack when friends drop by or use to garnish a salad or curried dish. This makes a nice gift in a pretty jar.

Provided by Annacia

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 20m

Yield 3 Cups

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 cups unsalted cashews (about 1 lb)
3 tablespoons packed brown sugar
2 teaspoons sea salt or 2 teaspoons pickling salt
2 teaspoons curry powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 cup water
1 tablespoon butter, melted

Steps:

  • On parchment paper-lined or greased rimmed baking sheet, toast cashews in 350°F (180°C) oven until fragrant and golden, about 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in large bowl, combine 2 tbsp (25 mL) of the sugar, salt, curry powder and cumin; set aside.
  • In saucepan, bring water, remaining brown sugar and butter to boil, stirring constantly. Add cashews, stirring to coat; simmer until no liquid remains, about 3 minutes. Add to spice mixture; toss to coat well.
  • Spread nuts on same baking sheet; roast until coating is dry and slightly golden, about 10 minutes. Let cool on pan on rack. (Make-ahead: Store in airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 839.8, Fat 65.7, SaturatedFat 13.4, Cholesterol 10.2, Sodium 1601.4, Carbohydrate 52.9, Fiber 4.7, Sugar 19.8, Protein 22

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