You are going to want to try this recipe – my sugar and spice cashews are dipped in confectioners sugar, then fried, which gives them the perfect crunch and spiced with cayenne and lime zest.
Sugar and Spice Cashews
Equipment
- 1 Dutch oven or deep, heavy pan
- 1 baking sheet with rack
Ingredients
- 2 cups raw cashews
- 1/2 cup confectioner's sugar
- vegetable oil for frying
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- zest of 1 small lime
Instructions
- Blanch the cashews in boiling water for 2 minutes. Drain and toss immediately with the confectioners sugar – mixing well to coat the nuts evenly.
- Pour the oil into a Dutch oven or deep, heavy pan to a depth of 1 1/2 inches and heat oil to 375 degrees fahrenheit. Carefully add the cashews in batches and fry for 1 or 2 minutes, until crisp and golden brown.
- Using a slotted spoon, transfer the cashews to a rack (a rack that sits on a baking sheet) Do not use paper towels – they will stick. Allow the oil to come back to temperature between batches.
- Sprinkle the nuts with salt, cayenne pepper and lime zest while still hot. Taste one of the cashews and if you like them spicier, add another 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper. Toss lightly to cover nuts with the salt, cayenne pepper and lime zest. Serve immediately.
