Description
This Roasted Pecans recipe offers a quick and easy way to toast pecans to perfection, enhancing their natural flavor with optional butter or oil and seasoning. Perfect as a snack or a crunchy addition to salads and desserts, these pecans are roasted until golden and fragrant, providing a deliciously nutty treat.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 1-4 cups raw pecans
- Butter or oil (optional, about 1-2 tablespoons)
- Salt or seasoning ingredients (optional, to taste)
Instructions
- Prepare pecans: If using butter, oil, or seasoning, toss the raw pecans in the mixture until they are lightly and evenly coated. This step helps the seasonings adhere to the nuts and enhances flavor during roasting.
- Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure an optimal roasting temperature that will toast the pecans evenly without burning them.
- Roast pecans: Spread the coated pecans in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. Roast in the oven for about 8 minutes, stirring halfway through to promote even browning. Remove when pecans are golden and aromatic, then let them cool completely before using or storing.
Notes
- Monitor closely in the final minutes to prevent burning, as nuts can go from toasted to burnt quickly.
- Experiment with different seasonings like cinnamon, sugar, cayenne, or smoked paprika for varied flavors.
- Store roasted pecans in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks to maintain freshness and crunch.
- For oil, use neutral oils like vegetable or light olive oil to avoid overpowering the pecans’ natural taste.
