Smoked Paprika Almonds

By pixeljr

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic
• 3 cups raw almonds
• 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon celtic sea salt
• 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne

Preparation

Step 1

1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat (I used my cast iron skillet, though any skillet will work)

2. Add garlic to the skillet and saute for 3-5 minutes, until the garlic is almost brown

3. Add the smoked paprika, salt, chili and cayenne and stir to make a paste

4. Add the almonds and stir constantly until they are thoroughly coated

5. Continue toasting the almonds in the skillet until they are fragrant, about 5 minutes

6. Remove from heat and allow the nuts to cool in the pan

7. Serve