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Masala roasted almonds are a popular snack in India, often enjoyed during festivals or as a crunchy accompaniment to drinks. The spices used reflect the rich culinary traditions of the region, enhancing the natural flavor of the almonds. Today, this snack has gained popularity worldwide, often found at parties and gatherings for its delightful crunch and flavor.

Ingredients

  • almonds
  • cumin
  • coriander
  • turmeric
  • red chili powder
  • garam masala
  • salt
  • oil
  • black pepper
  • cayenne pepper
  • lemon juice
  • fresh cilantro

Instructions

  1. 1Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. 2In a mixing bowl, combine almonds, oil, and lemon juice.
  3. 3Add cumin, coriander, turmeric, red chili powder, garam masala, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper to the bowl.
  4. 4Toss the almonds until they are evenly coated with the spice mixture.
  5. 5Spread the almonds in a single layer on a baking sheet.
  6. 6Roast in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, stirring halfway through, until fragrant and golden brown.
  7. 7Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes.
  8. 8Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

Ingredient Alternatives

almonds

Healthier: walnuts

Cheaper: peanuts

Peanuts are more affordable while providing a similar crunch.

oil

Healthier: coconut oil

Cheaper: vegetable oil

Vegetable oil is often less expensive and works well for roasting.

Techniques

mixingroasting

Equipment

mixing bowlbaking sheetoven
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Ingredients

  • 2 cups raw almonds
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. 1Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. 2In a mixing bowl, combine the raw almonds, honey, salt, cinnamon, and vanilla extract. Stir until the almonds are well coated.
  3. 3Spread the coated almonds in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  4. 4Bake in the preheated oven for 10-15 minutes, stirring halfway through to ensure even roasting.
  5. 5Keep an eye on the almonds to prevent burning; they should be golden brown and fragrant when done.
  6. 6Remove from the oven and let them cool completely on the baking sheet.
  7. 7Once cooled, break apart any clusters and store in an airtight container.

Equipment

mixing bowlbaking sheetparchment paperspatula
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Ingredients

  • 2 cups raw almonds
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. 1In a medium saucepan, combine the sugar, water, and salt. Stir over medium heat until the sugar dissolves completely.
  2. 2Add the raw almonds to the saucepan and stir to coat them in the sugar mixture.
  3. 3Increase the heat to medium-high and bring the mixture to a boil. Allow it to boil for about 5 minutes without stirring.
  4. 4Reduce the heat to medium and continue to cook, stirring frequently, until the water evaporates and the sugar begins to crystallize on the almonds, about 10-15 minutes.
  5. 5Once the sugar has crystallized, remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
  6. 6Spread the coated almonds onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper in a single layer.
  7. 7Let the almonds cool completely, about 30 minutes. They will harden as they cool.
  8. 8Once cooled, break apart any clusters and store the sugar-coated almonds in an airtight container.

Equipment

medium saucepanbaking sheetparchment paperspatula

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