Szechuan Nuts

Bring bold and zesty flavors to your snack table with these irresistible Szechuan Nuts! This quick and easy recipe transforms a medley of crunchy almonds, cashews, walnuts, and peanuts into a spicy, savory delight infused with the electrifying heat of Szechuan peppercorns and dried red chilies. A delectable blend of soy sauce, honey, garlic, and ginger coats the nuts, while a sprinkle of sesame seeds adds the perfect finishing touch. Roasting them to golden perfection enhances their rich nuttiness and locks in the flavorful glaze. Ready in just 20 minutes, these Szechuan Nuts are the ultimate crowd-pleasing appetizer or snack, perfect for game nights, party platters, or satisfying midday cravings. Spice up your snacking game and store a batch to enjoy all week long!

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Mixed nuts (almonds, cashews, walnuts, and peanuts)
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon Szechuan peppercorns
• 4 whole Dried red chilies
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground ginger
• 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Honey
• 1 teaspoon Sesame seeds
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 1 teaspoon Sugar

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.

Step 3

In a small skillet, toast the Szechuan peppercorns over medium heat for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Then crush them lightly using a mortar and pestle or the back of a spoon.

Step 4

Chop the dried red chilies into small pieces or leave them whole for a milder flavor.

Step 5

In a large mixing bowl, combine the vegetable oil, crushed Szechuan peppercorns, dried red chilies, garlic powder, ground ginger, soy sauce, honey, salt, and sugar. Mix well to create a flavorful coating.

Step 6

Add the mixed nuts to the bowl and toss until they are evenly coated in the spice mixture.

Step 7

Spread the nuts in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 8

Roast in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the nuts are golden and fragrant.

Step 9

Remove the nuts from the oven and sprinkle the sesame seeds over the top while they are still warm.

Step 10

Let the nuts cool completely on the baking sheet before serving or storing in an airtight container for up to one week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(312.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1734.7

Total Fat 148.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 20.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 17.5g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1772.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 80.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.2g	0%
Total Sugars 30.0g
Protein 52.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 263.9mg	0%
Iron 9.8mg	0%
Potassium 1842.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 71.6%

Protein: 11.2%

Carbs: 17.2%