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Salted Almonds

Name: Salted Almonds
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Salted Almonds
Ingredients: 200g whole raw almonds; 100ml boiling water; 2 tablespoons fine sea salt

Salted Almonds are a classic snack that is very easy to make at home with just three ingredients. These nuts have a deep savoury flavour and a much better texture than most shop bought versions. You only need a bit of boiling water and sea salt to prepare this simple snack. They are perfect for serving when you have guests or as a light treat during the day.

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Benefits of making salted almonds

Making your own Salted Almonds allows you to control the level of salt used in the recipe. This method ensures the salt sticks to the nuts rather than just falling to the bottom of the bowl. It is a quick process that transforms plain raw nuts into a delicious snack in less than twenty minutes. You get a much fresher taste when the almonds are roasted at home.

How to prepare salted almonds

Step 1

Dissolve: Pour the boiling water into a small bowl and add the sea salt. Stir the mixture well until the salt has completely dissolved into the water. This salty brine will coat the nuts evenly for the best flavour.

Step 2

Soak: Add the whole almonds to the salty water and let them sit for about fifteen minutes. This allows the salt to penetrate the skin of the nuts properly. Drain any excess water away after the soaking time is finished.

Step 3

Roast: Spread the almonds out in a single layer on a baking tray lined with baking paper. Place them in the oven at 180C and roast for about fifteen minutes. Shake the tray halfway through to ensure the nuts cook evenly.

Step 4

Cool: Remove the tray from the oven and let the nuts cool down completely on the tray. They will become much crunchier as they reach room temperature. Store your Salted Almonds in an airtight container to keep them fresh and crispy.

Extra tips for salted almonds

Always use raw almonds with the skins still on for this recipe as the skin helps the salt to stick. If you want a different flavour, you can add a pinch of smoked paprika to the salt water before soaking. Make sure the oven is fully preheated before you put the tray inside to get the best crunch. Do not leave the nuts in the oven for too long as they can burn quickly and become bitter. If you find the salted almonds are not crunchy enough once cooled, you can put them back in the oven for a few more minutes.

Letting them cool completely on the tray is the most important part of the entire process. This ensures the texture is perfect before you put them into a storage jar.

You may also like baked chicken wings, homemade cinnamon rolls or plaice stuffed with cream cheese.

Ingredients

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200 g whole raw almonds
100 ml boiling water
2 tablespoons fine sea salt

Cooking time

Kitchen tools

Small bowl
Baking tray
Baking paper
Measuring spoons

Nutrition information

NUTRITIONper serving

Energy:1209 kJ / 289 kcal
Fat:25 g
- of which saturates:1.9 g
Carbohydrates:11 g
- of which sugars:2 g
Protein:10.5 g
Fibre:6 g
Salt:850 mg

Keep the Salted Almonds in an airtight container or a glass jar with a tight lid. Store them in a cool and dry place like a kitchen cupboard. They will stay fresh and crunchy for up to two weeks when stored correctly.

Can I use flaked almonds to make Salted Almonds?

It is better to use whole almonds because flaked ones are very thin and will burn almost instantly in the oven. The soaking process also works best with whole nuts. Salted Almonds need the structure of the whole nut to get the right balance of salt and crunch.

Why are my Salted Almonds not crunchy after roasting?

The nuts often feel slightly soft when they first come out of the oven. They need to cool down completely to harden and become crispy. If they are still soft after cooling, they may need another five minutes of roasting time.