You're going to love both of these easy and delicious Spicy and Smoky Roasted Cashews recipes, Our spicy roasted cashew recipe is made with a savory spice blend and roasted to perfection. The smoked cashew recipe is made with liquid smoke, salt, and pepper. They’re perfect for a holiday appetizer, game day, or whenever you want a savory snack. And, if you like crunchy snacks, you should try our spicy crunchy roasted chickpea snacks.
Published July 10, 2014 and updated December 4, 2019.
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SAVORY SPICED NUTS
There’s nothing like the flavor and texture of roasted nuts.
When they’re roasted, the moisture is removed and they become super crunchy.
Furthermore, when you add spices, they just get better.
And, in case you’re worried that roasting will reduce their nutritional value, don’t.
Roasted nuts are just as nutritious as raw nuts.
So, grab a handful of healthy spiced nuts and enjoy!
HOW TO MAKE SPICY ROASTED CASHEWS
STEP ONE
Stir the 3 cups of raw cashews, 1 tablespoon of extra-virgin olive oil, and the spice blend together until the nuts are coated in the spices.
STEP TWO
Spread the nuts evenly on a rimmed baking sheet and roast for 5 minutes. Shake the pan and roast for another 3 to 5 minutes.
The type of oven you use (convection or conventional) will determine how long it takes to roast the cashews.
They’re done when they’re golden brown and crunchy.
HOW TO MAKE SMOKY ROASTED CASHEWS
STEP ONE
Stir the cashews, liquid smoke, and salt and pepper until the nuts are fully coated.
STEP TWO
Spread the nuts evenly on a rimmed baking sheet and roast for 5 minutes, shake and roast for another 3 to 5 minutes.
The type of oven you use (convection or conventional) will determine how long it takes to roast the cashews.
They’re done when they’re golden brown and crunchy.
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Roasted Spicy and Smoky Cashews
Equipment
- Oven
Ingredients
- FOR SPICY ROASTED CASHEWS
- 3 cups raw cashews
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon chipotle pepper
- Salt and pepper to taste
- FOR THE SMOKY ROASTED CASHEWS
- 3 cups raw cashews
- 1 tablespoon liquid smoke
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper for easier clean up.
- FOR THE SPICY CASHEWS
- In a large bowl, stir the 3 cups of cashews, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 2 teaspoon chili powder, 1 teaspoon cumin, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, ½ teaspoon chipotle pepper, and salt and pepper to taste until the cashews are coated in the spice mixture.
- Evenly spread the nuts on the pan and roast for 5 minutes. Shake the pan and roast for another 3 to 5 minutes, or until the nuts are golden brown and crunchy.
- FOR THE SMOKY CASHEWS
- In a large bowl, stir the 3 cups of cashews, 1 tablespoon liquid smoke, and salt and pepper until the nuts are coated in the liquid smoke.
- Evenly spread the cashews on the rimmed baking sheet and pour the liquid smoke in the bowl evenly over the nuts.
- Roast for 5 minutes and shake the pan. Roast for another 3 to 5 minutes, or until golden brown and crunchy.
Notes
Store in an air-tight container at room temperature for up to a week.
Nutrition
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Darlene says
Hey, steps 6 and 7 confuse me. In 6 it says to stir all ingredients together. In 7 it says to evenly spread out the cashews then pour the liquid smoke mixture over the cashews. Am I misinterpreting? Thank you.
Linda & Alex says
Hi Darlene! I can totally see how that would be confusing and I'll make edits asap. It should state to pour any leftover liquid smoke mixture that's left in the bowl of the nuts in the pan.
Hope this helps!