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Homemade Roasted Cashews

This recipe involves roasting raw cashews in the oven to deepen their flavor and enhance their crunch. The process highlights simple ingredients like cashews, salt, and optional seasonings, resulting in a golden, fragrant snack with a satisfying texture. The final appearance is golden-brown nuts with a rich, nutty aroma.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 17 minutes
Servings: 2
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Global
Calories: 160
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups raw cashews preferably unsalted
  • 1 teaspoon neutral oil such as vegetable or canola oil
  • to taste coarse sea salt for sprinkling after roasting
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest optional, for brightness

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet with rim
  • Mixing bowl
  • Spatula or tongs
  • Cooling rack

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, toss the raw cashews with a teaspoon of neutral oil until they are lightly coated. This helps promote even roasting and adds a subtle sheen.
  3. Spread the cashews out in a single, even layer on the prepared baking sheet. Avoid overcrowding to ensure they roast evenly.
  4. Place the baking sheet in the oven and roast for 10-12 minutes, shaking the pan or stirring the nuts once halfway through. You'll notice the nuts turn a beautiful golden-brown and emit a warm, nutty aroma.
  5. Keep a close eye as they near the end of roasting to prevent burning; remove once they are evenly golden and fragrant, with a slight crackle when pressed.
  6. Transfer the hot cashews to a cooling rack and let them rest for about 5 minutes. This helps them stop cooking and lock in their crispness.
  7. If desired, sprinkle the warm nuts with coarse sea salt and a teaspoon of lemon zest for a bright, salty crunch. Toss gently to distribute evenly.
  8. Serve the roasted cashews warm or at room temperature for a deliciously crunchy snack with rich, toasted flavor.

Notes

For extra flavor, try tossing the cashews with spices like smoked paprika or cinnamon before roasting. Store in an airtight container for up to a week to keep them crisp and fragrant.