Spicy Fried Almonds

Name: Spicy Fried Almonds
Yield: makes 2 cups, enough for 8 as a snack
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, or as needed; 2 cups whole almonds, with skins; 1 teaspoon ground cumin, optional; 1/2 teaspoon cayenne, or to taste, optional; Coarse salt

December 14, 2011

This is a standard at tapas bars in Spain and a perfect addition to any cocktail party. The salt will adhere to the nuts better if you grind it for a few moments in a food processor or spice or coffee grinder; this gives it a more irregular surface than it usually has.

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