Cajun Spiced Walnuts

By My Suburban Kitchen
Total Time
23 Mins
Serves
8
Meal

DESCRIPTION

The mix of Cajun spices in this recipe gives the perfect kick to warm your taste buds. To reflect their feisty personality, these walnuts can be given in homemade poppers, which can be customized with different colors and patterns. Prepare them a day ahead if possible, as the flavors blend and mellow overnight.

Prep Time
5 Mins
Cook Time
18 Mins
Total Time
23 Mins
Calories
201
Total Fat
20
Polyunsaturated Fat
14.5
Cholesterol
0
Sodium
282
Carbohydrates
5
Dietary Fiber
2
Protein
5

Ingredients

  • 1 egg white
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic salt
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons herbs, mixed, dried
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper, ground
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 2 cups California walnut halves and pieces

Preparation

  1. Preheat oven to 350° F. Coat a large, shallow baking pan with nonstick cooking spray.
  2. In a large bowl, mix egg white, garlic salt, dried herbs, cayenne pepper and paprika with a whisk or fork until blended.
  3. Add California walnut halves and pieces and toss until they are evenly coated, then spread on the prepared baking pan. Bake 16-18 minutes, stirring once after about 8 minutes, until the walnuts look dry and toasted. Remove from the oven and cool completely.
  4. Store in an airtight container. Makes 2 cups.