Best 6 Fried Pecans Recipes

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**Fried Pecans: A Crunchy and Flavorful Treat**

Fried pecans are a delectable snack or topping that can elevate any dish with their irresistible crunch and nutty flavor. These golden brown gems are a Southern delicacy, often served at gatherings and celebrations. They are incredibly versatile and can be enjoyed on their own, added to salads, yogurt parfaits, or sprinkled over ice cream and baked goods. With just a few simple ingredients and a handful of minutes, you can create this crunchy and flavorful treat in the comfort of your own kitchen. This article presents three irresistible recipes for fried pecans: Classic Fried Pecans, Spicy Cajun Fried Pecans, and Sweet and Salty Fried Pecans. Whether you prefer a traditional, savory, or sweet and salty taste, you'll find a recipe here to satisfy your cravings.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

AIR FRYER SUGARED PECANS



Air Fryer Sugared Pecans image

Cooked in an air fryer, this is an easy, small-batch recipe for candied pecans. Great for when you're having a craving for these and don't want to make a whole batch or heat up the kitchen by turning on the oven.

Provided by Yoly

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Nuts and Seeds

Time 17m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 tablespoons salted butter, melted
1 egg white
¼ cup white sugar
¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 cup pecan halves

Steps:

  • Preheat an air fryer to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C). Line the air fryer basket with aluminum foil.
  • Pour melted butter onto the lined basket. Mix egg white, sugar, and cinnamon together in a bowl. Add pecans and toss until fully coated. Spread out in the lined basket.
  • Air fry for 5 minutes. Shake basket and air fry for 5 minutes more. Shake basket again and air fry for an additional 2 to 4 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 290.2 calories, Carbohydrate 16.4 g, Cholesterol 15.3 mg, Fat 25.2 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 3.5 g, SaturatedFat 5.3 g, Sodium 54.8 mg, Sugar 13.6 g

BUTTERY SWEET TOASTED PECANS



Buttery Sweet Toasted Pecans image

I am always looking for new party nibbles recipes. So, I grabbed this one when I saw it in the 'Fast & Fabulous Party Foods and Appetizers' cookbook.

Provided by Sarah_Jayne

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 10m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

3 tablespoons butter
3 cups pecan halves
2 teaspoons cajun seasoning
3 teaspoons sugar

Steps:

  • Melt butter in frying pan over medium heat.
  • Stir pecans in butter for 1 minute.
  • Sprinkle Cajun seasoning and sugar over nuts and cook, stirring constantly, until sugar has melted and nuts are glazed, about 2 minutes.
  • Pour pecans onto a plate and cool slightly.
  • Taste and season with salt, if needed.

FRIED PECANS



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Make and share this Fried Pecans recipe from Food.com.

Provided by southern chef in lo

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 7m

Yield 4 cups

Number Of Ingredients 5

6 cups water
4 cups pecans
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
vegetable oil (for frying)

Steps:

  • Bring water to a boil in large saucepan over high heat. Add pecans. Return to a boil and boil 1 minute. Rinse under running hot water. Drain and put in large bowl. Add sugar and toss to coat.
  • In a deep skillet, heat 1 inch of oil to 350F degrees over medium heat. With a slotted spoon, add 1/2 the pecans. Fry 4 to 5 minutes, until golden brown, stirring often.
  • Remove pecans to a colander to drain. Sprinkle with salt and toss lightly to coat. Spread on wax paper to cool. Repeat until all are cooked.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 849.9, Fat 78.5, SaturatedFat 6.7, Sodium 297.8, Carbohydrate 40.1, Fiber 10.5, Sugar 29.3, Protein 10

PECAN RICE



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Cook 1 slice chopped bacon in butter in a saucepan. Add 1/2 small chopped onion and cook until soft. Add 1 1/2 cups basmati rice and cook, stirring, 2 minutes. Add 1 cup chicken broth, 1 1/4 cups water, and salt and pepper to taste. Bring to a simmer and cook, covered, 15 minutes. Add 1/3 cup chopped toasted pecans; cover and let stand 10 minutes. Fluff with a fork.

PAN-FRIED RAINBOW TROUT WITH PECANS AND BROWN BUTTER AND SWISS CHARD WITH SERRANO CHILE VINEGAR



Pan-Fried Rainbow Trout with Pecans and Brown Butter and Swiss Chard with Serrano Chile Vinegar image

Provided by Bobby Flay

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 21

2 cups rice flour
Salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste
3 large eggs
3 tablespoons milk
2 cups white cornmeal
4 (8 to 10 ounces each) whole rainbow trout, scaled and gutted
6 tablespoons vegetable or peanut oil
2 lemons
2 sticks unsalted butter
1/2 cup finely chopped pecans
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh flat leaf parsley
Sauteed Swiss Chard with Red Onion and Serrano Chile Vinegar, recipe follows
2 1/2 pounds Swiss chard
1/2 pound slab bacon, cut into small dice
2 medium red onions, halved and thinly sliced
2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
Salt and freshly ground pepper
1/4 cup Serrano Chile Vinegar, recipe follows
4 serrano chiles, coarsely chopped
2 cups white wine vinegar
Kosher salt

Steps:

  • Place rice flour in a medium bowl and season with salt and pepper. Mix eggs and milk in a large bowl and season with salt and pepper. Place cornmeal in a medium bowl and season with salt and pepper.
  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Open up and cut the trout, diagonally, into 2 fillets. Season both the flesh and skin sides of the fillet with salt and pepper, to taste, and then dip each fillet into rice flour, then egg mixture, then cornmeal. Repeat with remaining trout.
  • Heat 3 tablespoons of the oil in a large skillet until almost smoking. Saute 4 fillets at a time until golden brown on both sides. Repeat with the remaining oil. Transfer to a large baking sheet and repeat with the remaining 2 trout. Place in the oven and bake for 5 to 6 minutes until just cooked through.
  • Zest and juice both lemons, separately reserving the zest and the juice. Set aside.
  • While the trout is baking, melt the butter in a nonstick saute pan over medium-high heat. Watching carefully and lowering the heat if necessary, allow the butter to foam and turn golden brown. Immediately add the lemon juice, zest and salt and pepper, to taste.
  • While the butter is still foaming, add the pecans and parsley. Do not allow the butter to burn or it will be unusable.
  • Place 2 fillets on each of 4 dinner plates and pour the Pecan-Brown Butter over the top. Serve alongside the Sauteed Swiss Chard with Red Onion and Serrano Chile Vinegar.
  • Tear Swiss chard leaves from thick white stalks, discard the stalks and coarsely chop leaves, set aside.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the bacon and cook until golden brown and fat as rendered. Remove bacon to a plate with a slotted spoon. Add the onions and cook in the rendered fat until soft. Add the garlic and cook for an additional minute. Add the Swiss chard, season with salt and pepper and stir to coat the leaves in the fat. Cook until the leaves have completely wilted. Add the bacon back to the pan. Add the vinegar and continue cooking for 2 minutes. Serve with additional vinegar on the side.
  • Bring chiles, vinegar, and a teaspoon of salt to a boil in a medium nonreactive saucepan. Remove from heat, pour into a bowl, cover and let steep for at least 2 hours or overnight at room temperature. Strain through a fine strainer into a bowl or glass jar.

FRIED PECAN OKRA



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Looking for delicious appetizers made using pecans and Original Bisquick® mix? Then try this fried okra recipe.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Appetizer

Time 45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup pecan halves
1 1/2 cups Original Bisquick™ mix
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 egg white
2 boxes (10 oz each) frozen whole okra, thawed
Peanut oil for frying

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. In ungreased shallow pan, arrange pecans in even layer. Bake 10 minutes or until golden brown, stirring occasionally.
  • In food processor, place toasted pecans, Bisquick mix, salt and pepper. Cover; process until pecans are finely ground. Transfer pecan mixture to large bowl. In another large bowl, beat egg white until foamy. Add okra and toss to coat. Add okra to pecan mixture and toss to coat. Gently press pecan mixture into okra.
  • In Dutch oven or cast-iron skillet, heat 2 inches oil to 350°F. Carefully drop okra, in batches, into hot oil. Fry 5 to 6 minutes, turning once, until golden; drain on paper towels. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 282, Carbohydrate 22 g, Fat 4, Fiber 3 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 590 mg

Tips for Making Fried Pecans:

  • Choose fresh pecans. Fresh pecans will have a sweet, nutty flavor and will be free of any bitterness. Look for pecans that are plump and have a light brown color. Avoid pecans that are shriveled or have dark spots.
  • Use a neutral-flavored oil for frying. A neutral-flavored oil, such as canola oil or vegetable oil, will not overpower the flavor of the pecans. Avoid using olive oil or butter, as these oils can burn easily.
  • Fry the pecans in small batches. This will help to ensure that the pecans cook evenly and do not burn. Fry the pecans for 2-3 minutes, or until they are golden brown.
  • Drain the pecans on paper towels. This will help to remove any excess oil from the pecans.
  • Season the pecans with your favorite spices. You can use a variety of spices to season the pecans, such as salt, pepper, garlic powder, or onion powder. You can also add a touch of sweetness with a little bit of sugar or honey.
  • Serve the pecans immediately. Fried pecans are best served warm, so enjoy them right away!

Conclusion:

Fried pecans are a delicious and versatile snack that can be enjoyed on their own or added to a variety of dishes. They are a good source of protein, fiber, and healthy fats. Follow these tips to make the best fried pecans: 1. Use fresh pecans. 2. Use a neutral-flavored oil for frying. 3. Fry the pecans in small batches. 4. Drain the pecans on paper towels. 5. Season the pecans with your favorite spices. 6. Serve the pecans immediately. With these tips, you can make delicious fried pecans that will be enjoyed by everyone.

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