Best 7 Ritz Carlton Spiced Pecans Recipes

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Get ready to indulge in the irresistible flavors of spiced pecans, a delectable snack enjoyed at the prestigious Ritz Carlton hotels. With their perfect balance of sweet, savory, and a hint of heat, these spiced pecans are sure to become a favorite addition to your culinary repertoire. They are perfect for any occasion, whether you're looking for a quick snack, an elegant party appetizer, or a thoughtful homemade gift.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

SPICED PECANS



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Provided by Geoffrey Zakarian

Categories     appetizer

Time 30m

Yield 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 12

Cooking spray
Kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon sweet paprika
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
1 tablespoon soy sauce
2 cups pecan halves

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 325˚ and lightly spray a rimmed baking sheet with cooking spray. Mix 1 teaspoon salt, the chili powder, cumin, allspice, cayenne, cinnamon and paprika in a small bowl. Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the sugar and soy sauce and stir to melt the sugar, then stir in the spices.
  • Add the pecans and toss to coat them in the spiced butter. Cook, tossing, until the butter is absorbed into the nuts, 2 to 3 minutes. Spread on the baking sheet and bake until the nuts are toasted and the coating is caramelized, 12 to 15 minutes. Let cool slightly on the pan, sprinkle lightly with salt and serve warm.

RITZ-CARLTON SPICED PECANS



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Categories     Nut

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 lb pecan halves, shelled
½ cup maple syrup
1 tbsp cumin
1 tbsp cayenne pepper*
1 tsp kosher salt
*recommend only using 1 tsp cayenne, instead

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350° F. Line sheet pan with parchment. Combine all ingredients and mix well. Arrange mixture in a single layer on pan. Bake 15 minutes, then stir. 2. Bake an additional 10 minutes. Allow pecans to cool 5 minutes, then stir to loosen individual pieces. Once completely cooled, store in an airtight container.

SPICED PECANS



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Provided by Alton Brown

Categories     appetizer

Time 18m

Yield 1 pound

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon dried ground orange peel
1 pound pecan halves
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
2 tablespoons packed dark brown sugar
2 tablespoons water

Steps:

  • Line a half sheet pan with parchment paper and set aside.
  • Mix the salt, cumin, cayenne, cinnamon and orange peel together in a small bowl and set aside.
  • Place the nuts in a 10-inch cast iron skillet and set over medium heat. Cook, stirring frequently, for 4 to 5 minutes until they just start to brown and smell toasted. Add the butter and stir until it melts. Add the spice mixture and stir to combine. Once combined, add both sugars and water, stirring until the mixture thickens and coats the nuts, approximately 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Transfer the nuts to the prepared sheetpan and separate them with a fork or spatula. Allow the nuts to cool completely before transferring to an airtight container for storage. Can be stored up to 3 weeks.

RITZ PECAN PIE



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Make and share this Ritz Pecan Pie recipe from Food.com.

Provided by grandma2969

Categories     Pie

Time 1h5m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

2/3 cup egg white
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
16 Ritz crackers
1/4 lb chopped pecans, toasted

Steps:

  • Beat the egg whites till soft peaks form.gradually add sugar and baking powder.and beat till stiff peaks form. fold in nuts and cracker crumbs.
  • Bake in 9" buttered pan 45 minutes at 300*.
  • Remove from oven and cool on wire rack in pan.
  • When cooled, top with whipped cream, or whipped dream or Cool Whip.garnish with extra Ritz cracker crumbs and toasted pecans -- .

SPICED PECANS



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Make and share this Spiced Pecans recipe from Food.com.

Provided by echo echo

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 40m

Yield 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 egg white
2 tablespoons water
2 cups pecans
1/2 cup sugar
3/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Steps:

  • Beat the egg white with water.
  • Stir in the pecans until wet.
  • In separate bowl, mix the sugar, salt and spices.
  • Sprinkle the spice mixture over the nuts and mix thoroughly.
  • Spread on a cookie sheet and bake at 300°F 30 minutes.

SPICED PECANS



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So simple, so good! Have tried several different combinations of spices, but keep coming back to this one. I use only pecans, but mixed nuts would be fine.

Provided by Pat

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 egg white, lightly beaten
1 tablespoon water
3 cups pecan halves
½ cup white sugar
½ teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon ground cloves
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
  • In a small bowl beat the egg white with the water. Stir in the pecans, mixing until well moistened.
  • In a small bowl, mix together sugar, salt, cinnamon, cloves and nutmeg. Sprinkle over the moistened nuts. Spread nuts on prepared pan.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 30 minutes, stirring once or twice. Be careful not to overcook and burn the nuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 443.1 calories, Carbohydrate 24.7 g, Fat 39 g, Fiber 5.5 g, Protein 5.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.4 g, Sodium 203.6 mg, Sugar 18.9 g

HOT AND SPICY PECANS



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These pecans aren't too hot, but you can leave out the red pepper if you like them milder, or increase it to taste. These make a great snack or appetizer for the holidays, or anytime.

Provided by Diane Kester

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Spicy

Time 40m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 tablespoons butter, melted
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
¼ teaspoon ground red pepper
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
2 cups pecan halves
1 tablespoon chili powder

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C).
  • In a medium bowl, mix butter, Worcestershire sauce, red pepper, salt, and garlic powder. Stir in the pecans, and gently toss with chili powder to coat.
  • Spread coated pecans on a medium baking sheet, and cook 30 minutes in the preheated oven, stirring approximately every 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 118.1 calories, Carbohydrate 2.6 g, Cholesterol 3.8 mg, Fat 12.2 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 1.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, Sodium 62 mg, Sugar 0.7 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality pecans. This will ensure that your spiced pecans have the best flavor.
  • Measure your ingredients carefully. This is important for ensuring that your spiced pecans turn out perfectly.
  • Don't overcook the pecans. This will make them tough and chewy.
  • Let the pecans cool completely before storing them. This will help them to retain their flavor and texture.
  • Store the spiced pecans in an airtight container at room temperature. They will keep for up to 2 weeks.

Conclusion:

Spiced pecans are a delicious and versatile snack that can be enjoyed on their own or used as an ingredient in other dishes. They are also a great gift idea. With a little planning and effort, you can easily make your own spiced pecans at home. So next time you're looking for a tasty and healthy snack, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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