Spicy Roast Almonds

Spicy roast almonds - crunchy and flavourful snack perfect to nibble on evenings or to serve unexpected guests. The best part is that it is made with just 5 ingredients and gets ready in 20 minutes.

Prep Time5

Cook Time15

Total Time20

Course: Snack

Cuisine: universal

Diet: Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian

Servings: servings

Calories: 239kcal

Author: Geetha

Ingredients

1 Cup = 250ml ; 1 Tablespoon = 15ml ; 1 Teaspoon = 5ml

½ Cup Almonds
Salt as required
½ Teaspoon Chilli Powder adjust to suit your spice levels
¼ Teaspoon Oregano
1 Teaspoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 175C (350F).
Place almonds in a bowl. Pour oil and toss until almonds are well coated.
½ Cup Almonds, 1 Teaspoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Combine salt, chilli powder and oregano in a small bowl.
Salt, ½ Teaspoon Chilli Powder, ¼ Teaspoon Oregano
Toss until almonds are well coated with seasoning.
Transfer seasoned nuts to a lined baking sheet.
Put the baking sheet in the oven and roast for 15 minutes, stirring halfway through roasting.
Let the spicy almonds cool completely and store it in a clean glass jar.
Enjoy it as an evening snack with a cup of drink of your choice

Notes

Use Hands: Gently mix the almonds and oil with your hands to ensure they are well coated.

Oil Before Seasoning: Coat the almonds with oil before adding the seasoning to help the spices adhere properly and coat evenly.

Preheat Oven: Always preheat the oven for even roasting.

Spread Evenly: Arrange the seasoned almonds in a single layer on a lined baking sheet to ensure even roasting.

Stir Almonds: Stir the almonds halfway through roasting to prevent burning and ensure an even roasting.

Cool Completely: Allow the roasted almonds to cool on the baking sheet so the seasoning sets and they become crisp.

Roast Timing: Keep a close watch on the oven while roasting, as cooking times may vary depending on the type of oven and its settings.

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