How to Roast Almonds
Roasted almonds make a great snack or appetizer. Since you are roasting them yourself and controlling how much salt is used, homemade roasted nuts are a healthier alternative than store-bought ones. You also get the benefit of them curbing your hunger and containing plenty of nutrients. Roasted almonds are best enjoyed right after they are cooled. Does this Spark an idea?
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Things You'll Need
- 1 lb. raw almonds
- Measuring cup
- Two 9-by-13-inch baking dishes
- 1 tbsp. sea salt
Instructions
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Set the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
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Divide 1 lb. of raw almonds into two piles that weigh 8 oz. (1 cup) each.
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Spread one pile of almonds evenly in a 9-by-13-inch baking dish. Spread the other pile the same way in the other baking dish.
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Bake both dishes of raw almonds for 10 to 12 minutes. A nutty smell will emerge from the oven when they are done roasting.
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Remove the baking dishes from the oven, and set them on top of the stove.
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Sprinkle 1 1/2 tsp. of sea salt evenly over each pan of almonds.
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Cool the almonds for one hour before serving.
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Tips & Warnings
You can roast almonds with different spices. For example, lightly toss the nuts with olive oil and spices such as ground cumin, coriander, black pepper, cinnamon, chili powder and kosher salt before roasting. Or toss them with a blend of honey, sugar, salt, water and olive oil after roasting for a sweeter flavor.
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Comments
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According to Dr. Clay - Roasting at 160°F for 15 to 20 minutes should be about right. Just make sure to avoid temperatures above 170°F as this has been shown to damage the somewhat delicate fat contained in the almond. Cheers, Steve
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dandarooney
Feb 21, 2009
Before spreading the almonds on the foil, put them in a plastic bag, add the oil (and maybe some tamari soy sauce, if you want), then shake the bag until the almonds are coated, then pour them out on the foil and spread them into a single layer. After baking, we sprinkle on some seasoning salt and munch away -
4Jets
Nov 10, 2008
I roast almonds and use popcorn salt..Give them a wonderful flavor..A family request
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butchman
Feb 07, 2008
Works very well. I needed them for a cookie recipe. I live in a small town and couldn't find roasted almonds anywhere. They were fantastic.
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MRMcCartney
Jan 27, 2008
Excellent directions. I put the roasted nuts in a bowl and added a little salt, and they were fantastic.
