Receta: Almendras tostadas con chile

almonds

🥗Healthier: walnuts

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Sunflower seeds are less expensive and provide a similar crunch.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is a cost-effective alternative with a neutral flavor.

smoked paprika

🥗Healthier: sweet paprika

💰Cheaper: regular paprika

Regular paprika can be used for a milder flavor.

cayenne pepper

🥗Healthier: red pepper flakes

💰Cheaper: black pepper

Black pepper offers a different but still spicy flavor.

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Add almonds to the skillet and toast for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently.

Add minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Sprinkle in smoked paprika and cayenne pepper, stirring to coat the almonds evenly.

Season with salt to taste and add lemon zest for brightness.

Continue to cook for another 1-2 minutes until almonds are golden brown.

Remove from heat and transfer to a serving bowl.

Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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Allergens