Recipe: BBQ nuts
Nuts are packed with nutrients, including healthy fats, vitamins, minerals and polyphenols. If you don’t enjoy eating them plain, give this BBQ nuts recipe a go.
This recipe takes inspiration from US-style BBQ rubs. I used regular paprika and liquid smoke but you can sub smoked paprika if you don’t have liquid smoke on hand. You can also use smoked salt if you have it handy.
As for the nuts, you can buy a bag of mixed nuts or make your own mix with the nuts you prefer.
Finally, as mentioned at the bottom of the recipe, I recommend storing nuts in the freezer or fridge as nuts can turn rancid very quickly at room temperature.
This recipe is gluten-free, dairy-free, vegan, vegetarian and low-carb. Have a handful each day to enjoy the health benefits of nuts.
BBQ nuts
Ingredients
- 250 grams raw mixed nuts about 2 cups
- 1 tsp paprika or smoked paprika if not using liquid smoke
- 2.5 grams fine salt about 1/3 tsp
- 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
- 1/4-1/2 tsp natural sweetener e.g. monk fruit or stevia
- 1/4 tsp onion powder
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1 pinch cayenne pepper optional
- 1/8 tsp liquid smoke optional, use regular paprika if you use liquid smoke
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 150°C (fan-forced).
- Soak nuts in a bowl and cover with water. Set aside while you measure the rest of ingredients.
- Mix all ground spices and seasonings.
- Drain nuts and put them back in the bowl. Cover with seasonings and liquid smoke if using. Stir well and place on a baking tray lined with baking paper.
- Bake until all nuts are dry and crunchy but not burnt, stirring mid-way through. This should take 12-15 minutes but the exact time will depend on your oven.
- To store: let nuts cool down completely on the tray before placing them in an airtight container. Place container in freezer or fridge for maximum freshness.
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