Alton Brown Almond Recipe

Alton Brown Almond Recipe is made with whole almonds, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, ground ginger, arbol chile, and two kinds of oil. This recipe creates a crunchy, smoky, and savory snack with an umami punch. It takes about 1 hour to prepare and yields 1 pound.

Alton Brown Almond Recipe Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon ground ginger
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 2 teaspoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon dark sesame oil
• 1 dried arbol chile, stem removed and broken into small pieces
• 1 pound whole almonds
• 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

How To Make Alton Brown Almond Recipe

1. Preheat Oven: Heat oven to 250ºF and line a half sheet pan with parchment paper.
2. Mix Seasonings: Combine ground ginger and kosher salt in a large mixing bowl.
3. Infuse Oil: In a sauté pan over medium-low, heat olive and sesame oils. Add arbol chile and cook until fragrant, about 30–45 seconds.
4. Toast Almonds: Add almonds and stir frequently for about 5 minutes until lightly toasted.
5. Add Umami Flavor: Stir in soy sauce and Worcestershire; cook until reduced and the pan looks dry, about 1 minute.
6. Season the Nuts: Transfer almonds to the bowl with ginger-salt mixture and toss to coat.
7. Bake to Finish: Spread almonds on the prepared pan and bake for 20 minutes.
8. Cool and Store: Let cool completely on a rack for at least 30 minutes. Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week.

Recipe Tips

• Use Fresh Nuts: Raw almonds work best to absorb all the flavors.
• Watch the Chile: Toast just until aromatic to avoid burning.
• Cool Completely: Ensures maximum crunch and prevents sogginess.
• Batch Double: This snack keeps well and is great for gifting.
• Try Variations: Swap ginger for smoked paprika or chile powder for a different flavor profile.

What To Serve With Spiced Almonds

These almonds are perfect on their own, but also great with cheese boards, in salads, or alongside a glass of dry red wine, a crisp cider, or iced green tea.

How To Store Spiced Almonds

Room Temperature: Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
Freeze: For longer storage, freeze in a sealed bag for up to 2 months and re-crisp in a low oven before serving.

Spiced Almonds Nutrition Facts (per 1 oz serving)

• Calories: 170
• Total Fat: 15g
• Saturated Fat: 1g
• Carbohydrates: 6g
• Sugar: 1g
• Protein: 6g
• Sodium: 140mg

FAQs

Can I use other nuts?
Yes! Try cashews, pecans, or peanuts for variety.

Are they spicy?
Just mildly — omit the chile for a gentler version.

Can I make them in advance?
Yes, and they taste even better a day later as flavors meld.

Do I need parchment paper?
It helps with cleanup and prevents sticking.

Can I use fresh ginger?
Stick to ground ginger for even coating and storage stability.

Try More Recipes:

• Alton Brown Ginger Snaps
• Alton Brown Paella Recipe
• Alton Brown Garden Vegetable Soup

Alton Brown Almond Recipe

Author: Imen Cooking Method:Baking Cuisine:American Courses:Snacks

Difficulty:BeginnerPrep time: 5 minutesCook time: 25 minutesRest time: 30 minutesTotal time: 6 minutesServings: 1 pound servingsCalories:170 kcal Best Season:Available

Description

Smoky, savory spiced almonds with an umami boost from soy and Worcestershire — perfect for snacking or gifting.

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon ground ginger
  
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  
• 2 teaspoons olive oil
  
• 1 teaspoon dark sesame oil
  
• 1 dried arbol chile, broken
  
• 1 pound whole almonds
  
• 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
  
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 250ºF. Line a sheet pan with parchment.
2. Combine ginger and salt in a large bowl.
   
3. Heat oils in a pan over medium-low. Add chile and cook 30–45 seconds.
   
4. Add almonds and toast for 5 minutes, stirring often.
   
5. Stir in soy sauce and Worcestershire. Cook until pan is dry, about 1 minute.
   
6. Transfer nuts to bowl with seasoning and toss to coat.
   
7. Spread on pan and bake for 20 minutes.
   
8. Cool completely for 30 minutes. Store in airtight container.
   

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