Best 5 Fried Almond Tapas Recipes
**Fried Almond Tapas: A Delightful Assortment of Spanish Appetizers**
Originating from the vibrant culinary traditions of Spain, fried almond tapas are a collection of delectable appetizers that tantalize taste buds with their crispy textures, nutty flavors, and aromatic herbs. These bite-sized morsels are commonly served in tapas bars and restaurants across the country, offering a delightful way to start a meal or enjoy a casual snack. Our article presents a diverse selection of fried almond tapas recipes, each showcasing unique flavor combinations and cooking techniques to satisfy every palate. From the classic Marcona almonds, renowned for their rich and buttery taste, to innovative creations like almond-stuffed dates wrapped in crispy filo pastry, our recipes promise an unforgettable culinary experience. Whether you prefer savory or sweet, vegetarian or meat-based options, our collection has something to satisfy every craving. So, gather your ingredients, heat up your frying pan, and embark on a culinary journey to discover the irresistible charm of fried almond tapas.
SPANISH SPICED ALMONDS (ALMENDRAS FRITAS)
A small bowl of these salty, smoky Spanish Spiced Almonds tapas, known as Almendras Fritas in Spain, makes a great shared starter or a happy hour snack. Serve these spiced nuts at a tapas party! Delightfully addictive!
Provided by Elaine
Categories Appetizer
Time 15m
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400°F.
- Spread the almonds on a baking sheet and toast in the oven for 8 - 10 minutes until aromatic and slightly darker in colour.
- Meanwhile, combine the smoked paprika and sea salt in a small dish.
- Remove almonds from the oven and place in a medium bowl.
- Toss with olive oil and sprinkle with the paprika - salt mixture. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 213 kcal, Carbohydrate 7 g, Protein 7 g, Fat 18 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 291 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving
FRIED ALMOND TAPAS
A lovely addition to your tapas table, these golden fried almonds are hard to resist. Enjoy them with wine or cocktails! We liked these so much I ordered a huge bag of blanched almonds online, and I've been making them once a week! This recipe originally called for Spanish Marcona almonds, but they are very expensive and...
Provided by Laurel Johnson
Categories Other Appetizers
Time 10m
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- 1. Over medium heat, in a small saute pan so the almonds are a bit crowded, pour a generous 1/4 cup of EVOO and the almonds.
- 2. Keep the almonds moving, constantly stirring them in the oil. It might seem like there is too much oil, but it's OK.
- 3. Keep frying the almonds, constantly stirring and mixing. They will start to sizzle in the oil, and this is what you want. After 5 or 6 minutes they should be a light golden color. (Once they begin to turn golden they go pretty fast. I had to adjust my heat to low so they wouldn't get too dark too fast.) Do not overcook as they can become bitter.
- 4. With a slotted spoon, transfer the almonds to a paper towel-lined tray and immediately sprinkle with sea salt. Shake the tray to disperse the salt through the almonds.
- 5. Allow to cool for at least 10 minutes and transfer to serving dish.
SPICED ALMONDS FOR THE TAPAS BAR
Make and share this Spiced Almonds for the Tapas Bar recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Rita1652
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 25m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400.
- Grind salt and paprika in a mortar and pestle or a coffee grinder till fine.
- Place almonds on cookie sheet and toast for 5-10 minutes.
- Pour into a glass bowl and toss in 1 tablespoon oil to coat using more if needed.
- Add seasonings stirring to coat.
- Serve at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 472.4, Fat 41.8, SaturatedFat 3.4, Sodium 1420.5, Carbohydrate 16.2, Fiber 8.3, Sugar 3.8, Protein 16
SPANISH SPICED ALMONDS
These tapas style almonds are traditionally deep fried, but you can get the same results from oven roasting! Adapted from Vegetarian Times magazine.
Provided by Sharon123
Categories Fruit
Time 21m
Yield 2 cups
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 300*F.
- Warm the oil in a small saucepan over low heat. Add paprika dn cumin, and stir 1 minute to mix and release flavors. Remove from heat when mixutre just begins to bubble. Move to a medium bowl, and stir in the almonds.
- Transfer almonds to parchment lined baking sheet, and bake 10 minutes.
- Sprinkle right away with salt, and move to wire rack. Let dry at least 2 hours before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 909.8, Fat 80.1, SaturatedFat 6.6, Sodium 585.7, Carbohydrate 32.2, Fiber 18.1, Sugar 5.7, Protein 30.7
FRIED ALMONDS
A delicious and extremely quick-to-make recipe which I was delighted to find in the October-November 2008 issue of 'dish'. As I don't like hot and spicy flavours, I made these with a mild paprika. Those who do like foods hot and spicy might want to add cayenne pepper. Please, do adjust the spices to meet your taste preferences. As almonds boost energy levels particularly at those times such as early afternoon when - given the choice - many of us may choose to have a siesta, I intend to have these on hand in a container at all times at work as a quick energy-boosting snack. I've found that even half a dozen almonds can provide the boost needed at such times, and these will offer a more flavoursome alternative to plain almonds.
Provided by bluemoon downunder
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 10m
Yield 1 1/2 cups
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Heat the oil in a sauté pan, over a medium heat, add the almonds, stirring frequently until they are well-coated with the oil and golden. Do not have the oil too hot as the almonds will then brown and their middles will still be raw.
- Combine the remaining ingredients in a bowl to make the spice mix.
- Transfer the almonds to a plate using a slotted spoon and sprinkle with the spice mix.
- Cool before serving.
Tips:
- To make sure the almonds are evenly coated in the batter, whisk the egg and water together in a shallow dish.
- Coat the almonds in the seasoned flour mixture, then dip them in the egg mixture and coat them in the breadcrumb mixture.
- Fry the almonds in batches in hot oil until they are golden brown and crispy.
- Drain the almonds on paper towels to remove excess oil.
- Serve the almonds immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.
Conclusion:
Fried almond tapas are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer that is perfect for any occasion. They are crispy, flavorful, and addictive. The almonds are coated in a light batter and then fried until golden brown. They can be served with a variety of dipping sauces, such as aioli, marinara, or honey mustard. Fried almond tapas are a great way to impress your guests and are sure to be a hit at any party.
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