Best 8 Hot And Spicy Cocktail Nuts Recipes

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When the craving for a spicy snack hits, mixed nuts just won't do. Turn up the heat with a batch of homemade hot and spicy cocktail nuts that are guaranteed to satisfy your need for a flavor explosion. These easy-to-make treats are perfect for parties, get-togethers, or just enjoying as a solo snack. They are also a great way to use up leftover nuts and spices. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a spicy snack mix that will keep you coming back for more.

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EMERIL'S SPICY COCKTAIL NUTS



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This recipe is from Entertaining with Emeril, episode 2.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Yield Makes 4 cups

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 large egg white
1 teaspoon water
4 cups assorted shelled nuts (walnuts, pecans, almonds, peanuts)
1/2 cup sugar
2 tablespoons Essence
1/2 teaspoon cayenne
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 250 degrees F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together egg white and water until frothy. Add the nuts and toss to coat. In a small bowl, combine the sugar, Essence, cayenne, and salt. Add to the nuts and stir to coat evenly. Spread the nuts on the prepared pan and bake until dry, about 45 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes. Remove from the oven and stir to separate. Let cool on the baking sheet. Serve warm or at room temperature.

SPICED COCKTAIL NUTS



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Time 1h50m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

Vegetable cooking spray
2 egg whites
2 cups roasted and salted almonds
2 cups roasted and salted cashew nuts
2 cups walnut halves
3/4 cup sugar
2 tablespoons Madras curry powder
1 tablespoon ground cumin
2 1/2 teaspoons garlic salt
1 1/4 teaspoons cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon ground cardamom
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Place an oven rack in the center of the oven. Preheat the oven to 250 degrees F. Spray a baking sheet, liberally, with vegetable cooking spray. Set aside.
  • In a large bowl, whisk the egg whites until frothy. Add the nuts and stir until coated. In a small bowl, combine the sugar, curry powder, cumin, garlic salt, cayenne pepper, cardamom, and cinnamon. Sprinkle the sugar mixture over the nuts and toss until coated. Arrange the nuts in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 45 minutes until golden and fragrant. Cool for 1 hour.
  • Using a metal spatula, remove the nuts from the baking sheet. Break the nuts into bite- sized pieces and place in serving bowls.

SPICY COCKTAIL NUTS



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This recipe came from a combination of a few recipes. I love spicy foods, and wanted to find a nut recipe that had plenty of spice. These are great for get-togethers or just to snack on. I like to use the deluxe nut mix that doesn't have any peanuts. Better make sure you have plenty of cold drinks on hand!

Provided by C in PA

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 55m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/2 cups mixed nuts
1 egg white
1 tablespoon water
1 1/2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder
1/2 teaspoon celery salt
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon basil
1/8 teaspoon rosemary
1/8 teaspoon onion powder
1/8 teaspoon cayenne

Steps:

  • Whisk egg white and water together until foamy.
  • Pour over nuts in bowl.
  • Place nuts in strainer and strain for 3 minutes.
  • Place into brown paper lunch bag.
  • Mix all spices together in small bowl while draining nuts.
  • Pour worcestershire sauce over nuts and add spices to bag.
  • Shake until well coated.
  • Place on baking sheet.
  • Bake 15 minutes at 275, stirring once.
  • Lower heat to 225 and bake 30 minutes more, stirring every 15 minutes.
  • Cool and enjoy.
  • Store in airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 315.6, Fat 26.6, SaturatedFat 3.6, Sodium 388.3, Carbohydrate 14.4, Fiber 5, Sugar 2.8, Protein 10

HOT AND SPICY COCKTAIL NUTS



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I made these this Christmas as a "nibbling" food, and my family really liked them. They must have been nibbling big time, because these cocktail nuts were all gone before I knew it.

Provided by TasteTester

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 30m

Yield 1 pound

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup butter
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon paprika
1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 pinch cayenne powder
1 lb unsalted mixed nuts

Steps:

  • Melt the butter in a large heavy skillet over low heat. Add the worcestershire sauce, paprika, hot pepper sauce, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper and cayenne. Mix well.
  • Add the nuts and toss well to coat. Cook for 20-25 minutes on low heat, stirring frequently, until the nuts are lightly toasted. Drain on paper towels and serve hot, or store in an airtight container at room temperature until ready to serve.

SPICED COCKTAIL NUTS



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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 6m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 teaspoon caraway seed
1 teaspoon mustard seeds
1 teaspoon cumin seeds
2 tablespoons butter, cut into pieces
1/2 cup packaged, salted pumpkin seeds
1 cup walnut halves
1 cup whole almonds

Steps:

  • Over medium heat in a medium nonstick skillet, toast seeds until they pop, 1 to 2 minutes. Add butter bits and melt them. Add pumpkin seeds and nuts to the pan and toast, tossing and turning the mixture to heat and toast. Remove to a serving dish.

SPICY STARBUCKS VIA® COCKTAIL NUTS



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Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup Cashews
1 cup Walnuts
1 cup Almonds
2 tablespoons Butter
1 tablespoon Red Vinegar
1/4 cup Honey
1 packet Starbucks VIA®
1/2 teaspoon Salt
1/4 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon Chile powder
1/4 cup Papaya
1/4 cup Mango
1/4 cup Pineapple

Steps:

  • Toast nuts on a sheet pan for 10 minutes at 300F degrees. Remove nuts from oven and turn temperature down to 225F degrees.
  • While nuts are toasting, combine all ingredients together, except dried fruit, in a heat-proof microwave container. Microwave briefly (20 seconds) to melt and combine mixture.
  • Add toasted nuts to mixture and stir to coat. Spread in an even layer on a baking sheet.
  • Bake for 45 minutes at 225F degrees. Stir nuts to evenly coat and bake on all sides.
  • Spread and press dried fruit onto nuts and place back in the oven for 15 minutes.
  • When candied nuts and fruit have cooled enough to handle - break up and place in an air tight container.

HOT AND SPICY NUTS



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Hot and spicy nuts are a great 'munchie' to snack on during any game. They also make a nice addition to sports themed gift baskets.

Provided by Allrecipes Member

Yield 15

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 egg white
3 cups mixed nuts (1 cup each: pecans, almonds, cashews)
3 tablespoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon McCormick® Season-All® Seasoned Salt
1 teaspoon McCormick® Curry Powder
1 teaspoon McCormick® Ground Cinnamon
1 teaspoon McCormick® Cumin Seed
¼ teaspoon McCormick® Ground Red Pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 250 degrees F. Beat egg white until foamy. Add nuts, tossing to coat. Combine remaining ingredients in a medium bowl; toss with nuts to coat.
  • Spread nuts on a greased baking sheet in a single layer. Bake 1 hour, stirring once. Cool slightly and break apart. Cool completely and store in airtight container up to two weeks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 175.9 calories, Carbohydrate 10 g, Fat 14.2 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 268.9 mg, Sugar 3.9 g

SWEET & SPICY NUTS



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Hot and spicy with a hint of brown-sugar sweetness, these snacking nuts are simply sensational. You and your guests will not be able to stop munching! The quick-and-easy skillet recipe also makes a great stocking stuffer or last-minute holiday gift from the kitchen. -Patty Lok, Sherman Oaks, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Snacks

Time 25m

Yield 2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon ground chipotle powder
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 cup shelled walnuts
1 cup pecan halves
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1 tablespoon water
1-1/2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
Dash Louisiana-style hot sauce

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the salt and spices; set aside. In a large heavy skillet, melt butter. Add walnuts and pecans; cook over medium heat until nuts are toasted, about 4 minutes., Sprinkle with spice mixture. Add the brown sugar, water, Worcestershire and hot sauce. Cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until sugar is melted. Spread on foil to cool. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 321 calories, Fat 30g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 218mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

Tips:

  • Choose your nuts wisely. Not all nuts are created equal when it comes to making hot and spicy cocktail nuts. Some nuts, like cashews and almonds, have a mild flavor that can easily be overpowered by spices. Other nuts, like pecans and walnuts, have a stronger flavor that can stand up to bold spices.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different spices. The best way to find a hot and spicy cocktail nut recipe that you love is to experiment with different spices. Some popular spices to use include chili powder, cayenne pepper, paprika, and cumin. You can also add in herbs, like rosemary or thyme, for a more complex flavor.
  • Roast your nuts in a single layer. This will help them to cook evenly and prevent them from burning.
  • Keep an eye on your nuts while they're roasting. They can burn quickly, so it's important to stir them frequently.
  • Let your nuts cool completely before you serve them. This will help them to crisp up.

Conclusion:

Hot and spicy cocktail nuts are a delicious and easy-to-make snack that is perfect for any party or gathering. By following these tips, you can make sure that your hot and spicy cocktail nuts are the best they can be.

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