From inthekitchenwithkath.com
(Adapted from a recipe in Vij’s: Elegant and Inspired Indian Cuisine)
1 lb whole raw almonds or cashews
2 Tbsp canola or coconut oil (I used coconut)
1 Tbsp salt
1½ teaspoons mango powder
1 Tbsp garam masala or ground cumin
1½ teaspoons cayenne pepper
1. Preheat the oven to 375˚.
2. Combine the salt, mango powder, garam masala, and cayenne pepper in a small bowl.
3. If using coconut oil, heat it briefly in the microwave or on the stovetop until it is liquefied.
4. Toss the almonds with the oil in a medium bowl until they are well coated.
5. Toss the almonds with the spice mixture.
6. Spread the almonds on a baking sheet and bake for 5 minutes (4 minutes for cashews).
7. Stir the nuts and bake an additional 5 minutes (another 4 minutes for cashews).
8. Watch the nuts carefully; you want them to get slightly darker, but you don’t want them to brown.
9. Cool the nuts for at least 45 minutes before eating.