Indian Spiced Nuts

This is probably one of the most addictive recipes I have and will be loved by everyone because of the great flavors that it encompasses.  It will satisfy both the sweet tooth and the savory tongue and will leave you wanting more.  It’s a great dish to have out during a party or while watching the game or it’s a great snack for during the day while at work.  You can great creative with the types of nuts you want to use, but this blend has the perfect combinations of flavors and textures.

Indian Spiced Nuts

(Makes 4 cups of nuts)

1 cup Almonds (un-salted)

1 ½ cups Pistachios (de-shelled and un-salted)

1 cup Cashews (un-salted)

½ cup Pumpkin Seeds (un-salted)

½ cup Granulated Sugar

1 tbsp. Garam Masala

1 tbsp. Chili Powder

½ tsp. Cinnamon

½ tsp. Cumin

Dash of Cayenne

1 egg white

1>Preheat your oven to 350 degrees.

2>In a large bowl combine all ingredients except the egg white – mix well.

3

>In a small bowl, with an electric beater, whip the egg white until it forms fluffy white peaks.  Add in the egg white to the nuts/spices and carefully incorporate all ingredients.  The egg white allows for the spices/sugar to stick to the nuts.

5> Spread the nuts out on a baking sheet evenly and cook for 15 minutes.

This is a great quick recipe to put together and have during cocktail hour or as a munchie at a party.  Even if you're not really into Indian spice flavorings, the taste is very subtle.