Best 5 Crunchy Chili Lime Spiced Nuts Recipes

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Embark on a culinary adventure with our tantalizing Crunchy Chili Lime Spiced Nuts, a symphony of flavors that will awaken your taste buds. This delightful recipe invites you to create a medley of zesty snacks, each offering a unique taste experience. From the fiery heat of the chili powder to the tangy kick of lime and the aromatic warmth of cumin, these nuts are sure to become your new favorite party snack or on-the-go treat. We've curated a collection of variations to suit every palate, including a classic recipe for those who prefer a traditional taste, a smoky chipotle variation for a touch of heat, and a sweet and savory honey sriracha option that brings a harmonious balance of flavors. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's embark on a journey of culinary exploration with our Crunchy Chili Lime Spiced Nuts.

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SPICED NUTS



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     appetizer

Time 20m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 cups unsalted mixed nuts (such as almonds, walnuts, cashews, peanuts)
4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) unsalted butter
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
3 tablespoons brown sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Spread the nuts out on a large baking sheet. Bake until the nuts are lightly toasted, about 8 to 10 minutes.
  • In the meantime, melt the butter in a small saucepan over low heat. Add the remaining ingredients and stir to combine. Transfer the nuts to a serving bowl. Pour in the butter and toss to coat evenly. Serve warm or room temperature.

CRUNCHY CHILI LIME SPICED NUTS



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From "Cooks Country" magazine. This is perfect for a mixture of cashews, peanuts, and almonds.

Provided by threeovens

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 55m

Yield 5 cups

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 large egg
1 tablespoon fresh lime zest
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon salt
1 lb unsalted nuts
1/2 cup sugar
2 1/2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 300 degrees F; line a baking sheet with parchment paper, then spray with cooking spray.
  • Separate egg white from yolk into a large bowl (reserving yolk for another use); whisk egg white with lime zest, lime juice, and salt.
  • Add nuts and toss to coat; drain in a colander for 4 to 5 minutes.
  • Combine sugar, chili powder, cumin, and cayenne; add nuts and toss to coat with spices; spread nuts out on the prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake until dry and crisp, turning baking sheet once halfway through cooking, about 40 to 45 minutes.
  • Cool, then break apart nuts and serve.
  • Store in an air tight container for up to 3 weeks.

CHILI NUTS



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Make and share this Chili Nuts recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Lorrie in Montreal

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 15m

Yield 3 cups, 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

12 ounces mixed nuts
1 teaspoon Mexican chili powder
1 teaspoon seasoning salt
1 teaspoon curry powder
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1/4 cup cooking oil

Steps:

  • Combine chili powder, seasoning, curry powder with the Worcestershire sauce.
  • Pour over nuts and stir until well coated.
  • Heat oil in a saucepan until hot, then pour over nuts and mix thoroughly. Spread the nuts on a tray lined with nonstick baking paper and bake in a 350 degree oven F. for 10-15 minutes or until golden brown.
  • Cool and store in airtight containers.

CHILI-SPICED PEANUTS



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This recipe is adapted from "Simply Mexican" by the chef and cookbook author Lourdes Castro. With a twist of lime juice and cayenne pepper, these nuts have a distinctly Latin flavor. They will keep guests happy as hosts finish dinner in the kitchen.

Provided by Kim Severson

Categories     appetizer

Time 20m

Yield 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup roasted, unsalted peanuts
3 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon coarse salt or kosher salt
1 lime, quartered

Steps:

  • In a nonstick pan over high heat, toast peanuts for 2 to 3 minutes, shaking pan or stirring often until nuts begin to smell toasty. Pour into a bowl and set aside.
  • Decrease heat under pan to medium and sprinkle sugar, cayenne pepper and salt evenly into it. Melt mixture slowly, stirring a bit with a heat-proof silicone spatula. When sugar has melted, add peanuts to pan and coat well. Mixture might clump a bit.
  • Pour nuts onto parchment paper. As soon as mixture is cool enough to handle, break apart any clumps of peanuts. Serve with wedges of lime. Squeeze lime over nuts right before eating.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 167, UnsaturatedFat 10 grams, Carbohydrate 12 grams, Fat 12 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 6 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 98 milligrams, Sugar 8 grams

SWEET, SALTY, SPICY PARTY NUTS



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I find this technique much easier than the stovetop pan method. You'll get beautiful, perfectly frosted nuts that are roasted evenly, with no bitter burned spots.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Snacks     Party Mix Recipes

Time 27m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 12

Cooking spray
1 cup untoasted walnut halves
1 cup untoasted pecan halves
1 cup unsalted, dry roasted almonds
1 cup unsalted, dry roasted cashews
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon ground cumin
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
½ cup white sugar
¼ cup water
1 tablespoon butter

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and lightly coat with cooking spray.
  • Combine walnut halves, pecan halves, almonds, and cashews in a large bowl. Add salt, black pepper, cumin, and cayenne pepper; toss to coat.
  • Heat sugar, water, and butter in a small saucepan over medium heat until the butter is melted. Cook for 1 minute and remove from heat. Slowly pour butter mixture over the bowl of nuts and stir to coat.
  • Transfer nuts to the prepared baking sheet and spread into a single layer.
  • Bake nuts in the preheated oven for 10 minutes. Stir nuts until the warm syrup coats every nut. Spread into a single layer, return to the oven, and bake until nuts are sticky and roasted, about 6 minutes. Allow to cool before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 219 calories, Carbohydrate 12.7 g, Cholesterol 1.9 mg, Fat 18.1 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 4.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.4 g, Sodium 205.7 mg, Sugar 7.5 g

Tips:

  • Use a variety of nuts for different textures and flavors. Some good choices include almonds, cashews, pecans, walnuts, and peanuts.
  • Toast the nuts before coating them. This will help to bring out their flavor and make them more crunchy.
  • Use a combination of spices to create a flavorful coating. Chili powder, lime zest, garlic powder, and salt are all good options.
  • Be sure to coat the nuts evenly with the spice mixture. This will help to ensure that they are all equally flavorful.
  • Bake the nuts until they are golden brown and crispy. This will usually take about 15 minutes.
  • Let the nuts cool completely before serving. This will help them to crisp up even more.

Conclusion:

These Crunchy Chili Lime Spiced Nuts are a delicious and easy snack that is perfect for any occasion. They are also a great way to use up leftover nuts. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a flavorful and crunchy snack that will be enjoyed by everyone.

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