Best 4 Herbed Hazelnuts Recipes

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Herbed hazelnuts are a delicious and versatile snack or ingredient that can be used in a variety of dishes. They are made by roasting hazelnuts with a mixture of herbs and spices, which gives them a savory and aromatic flavor. Herbed hazelnuts can be used as a topping for salads, yogurt, or oatmeal, or they can be added to trail mix or granola. They can also be used as a breading for chicken or fish, or they can be chopped and added to pasta or rice dishes.

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HOLIDAY PIE-SPICED HAZELNUTS



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Coat roasted hazelnuts with warm spices like cinnamon, ginger and cloves.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 1h

Yield about 4 cups

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 tablespoons sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1/4 teaspoon grated nutmeg
Kosher salt
Vegetable oil, for oiling the baking sheet
1 large egg white
4 cups unsalted raw hazelnuts

Steps:

  • Mix together the sugar, cinnamon, allspice, ginger, cloves, nutmeg and 1 1/2 teaspoons salt in a small bowl and set aside.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Lightly oil a rimmed baking sheet.
  • Put the egg white in a large bowl and whisk until frothy. Add the hazelnuts and toss to coat in the egg white. Add the spice blend and toss to coat again.
  • Spread the nut mixture evenly on the prepared baking sheet and bake, stirring occasionally, until golden brown, 15 to 20 minutes. Let cool on the baking sheet, then transfer to a large bowl.

HERBED HAZELNUTS



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     appetizer

Time 17m

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Spread 3 cups hazelnuts on a baking sheet; roast at 400 degrees F until toasted, 10 minutes. Cool slightly, then wrap in a towel and rub to remove the skins. Heat 3 tablespoons olive oil in a skillet. Add the nuts, 1 1/2 teaspoons chopped thyme, 1/2 teaspoon each lemon zest and chopped rosemary, 1 teaspoon kosher salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper; cook, stirring, 2 minutes.

ROASTED HAZELNUTS WITH THYME



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Provided by Holly Smith

Categories     Nut     Roast     Thanksgiving     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Fall     Winter     Healthy     Thyme     Hazelnut     Gourmet

Yield Makes about 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 cups hazelnuts (10 ounces)
2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Coarse sea salt such as Maldon or fleur de sel to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450°F with rack in middle.
  • Roast nuts in 1 layer in a shallow baking pan in oven until nuts have a toasted aroma and skins are very dark, about 8 minutes. Remove from oven and let stand 30 minutes, then, if desired, rub in a kitchen towel to remove any loose skins.
  • Heat nuts with thyme in oil in a large heavy skillet over medium heat, shaking skillet, just until hot. Transfer to a bowl and sprinkle with sea salt.

HERBED SPICED NUTS



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Categories     Nut     Bake     Quick & Easy     Spice     Winter     Gourmet

Yield Makes 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 teaspoon dried thyme, crumbled
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon cayenne
2 cups assorted nuts such as walnuts, pecans, hazelnuts, and natural almonds (with skins)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • In a bowl whisk together oil, thyme, salt, and cayenne. Add nuts and toss to coat well. Spread nuts in a shallow baking pan and roast in middle of oven 10 minutes. nuts may be made 3 days ahead and kept in an airtight container.
  • Serve nuts warm or at room temperature.

Tips:

  • Choose the right hazelnuts. Look for hazelnuts that are plump and have a light brown color. Avoid hazelnuts that are shriveled or have dark spots.
  • Toast the hazelnuts before using them. Toasting hazelnuts enhances their flavor and makes them more crunchy. To toast hazelnuts, spread them in a single layer on a baking sheet and bake them at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 10-15 minutes, or until they are golden brown.
  • Use a variety of herbs and spices. The herbs and spices you use will determine the flavor of your herbed hazelnuts. Some popular choices include rosemary, thyme, basil, oregano, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  • Be careful not to overcook the hazelnuts. Overcooked hazelnuts will be tough and chewy. Cook them just until they are golden brown and fragrant.
  • Store herbed hazelnuts in an airtight container at room temperature. They will keep for up to 2 weeks.

Conclusion:

Herbed hazelnuts 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. With so many different ways to make them, there is sure to be a recipe that everyone will enjoy.

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