Fried herbed almonds are a delicious and versatile snack or side dish that can be enjoyed on their own or added to salads, pasta dishes, and more. They are easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences by adjusting the herbs and spices used. Whether you prefer a classic flavor profile or something more exotic, there is a fried herbed almond recipe out there for you.
Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!
FRIED HERBED ALMONDS
These crunchy thyme-flecked nuts are delicious served with sherry and slices of manchego cheese.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Appetizers
Time 15m
Yield Makes 2 cups
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add almonds, and cook, stirring occasionally, until lightly golden and fragrant, 10 to 12 minutes.
- Stir in thyme leaves. Remove from heat. Season with salt and pepper. Spread out on a rimmed baking sheet, and let cool completely. Almonds can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature up to 2 weeks.
FRIED HERBED ALMONDS
Steps:
- Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the almonds, and cook, stirring occasionally, until lightly golden and fragrant, 10 to 12 minutes.
- Stir in the thyme leaves. Remove from the heat. Season with salt and pepper. Spread out on a rimmed baking sheet, and let cool completely. The almonds can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature up to 2 weeks.
FRIED HERBED ALMONDS
According to Martha - "These crunchy thyme-flecked nuts are delicious served with sherry and slices of manchego cheese." Taken from Martha Stewart and posted for ZWT. These morsels are perfect for your next tapas party.
Provided by alligirl
Categories Nuts
Time 12m
Yield 2 cups, 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add almonds and cook, stirring occasionally, until lightly golden and fragrant, 10 to 12 minutes.
- Stir in thyme leaves. Remove from heat. Season with salt and pepper. Spread out on a rimmed baking sheet, and let cool completely.
- Almonds can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature up to 2 weeks.
Tips:
- Choose the right almonds: Use whole, unblanched almonds for the best flavor and texture.
- Toast the almonds before frying: This will enhance their flavor and make them more crispy.
- Use a neutral-flavored oil for frying: This will prevent the almonds from tasting greasy.
- Fry the almonds in batches: This will help to prevent them from sticking together.
- Season the almonds while they are still hot: This will help the seasonings to adhere to the almonds.
- Be careful not to overcook the almonds: They should be golden brown and crispy, but not burnt.
Conclusion:
Fried herbed almonds are a delicious and versatile snack that can be enjoyed on their own or used as a topping for salads, yogurt, or ice cream. They are also a great addition to trail mix or granola. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can easily make your own fried herbed almonds at home. So next time you're looking for a healthy and flavorful snack, give this recipe a try!
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