Spanish Spiced Almonds (Almendras Fritas)
A small bowl of these salty, smoky Spanish Spiced Almonds tapas, known as Almendras Fritas in Spain, makes a great shared starter or a happy hour snack. Serve these spiced nuts at a tapas party! Delightfully addictive!
Servings 16
Calories 213kcal
Equipment
- baking sheet
- bowl
Ingredients
- 4 cups raw almonds
- 1 tablespoon olive oil, extra virgin
- 1 teaspoon Spanish style smoked hot paprika
- 2 teaspoons sea salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F.
- Spread the almonds on a baking sheet and toast in the oven for 8 - 10 minutes until aromatic and slightly darker in colour.
- Meanwhile, combine the smoked paprika and sea salt in a small dish.
- Remove almonds from the oven and place in a medium bowl.
- Toss with olive oil and sprinkle with the paprika - salt mixture. Serve warm.
Notes
Cool these spiced almonds completely before storing in an airtight container.
Nutrition
Calories: 213kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 291mg | Potassium: 254mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 60IU | Calcium: 94mg | Iron: 1.4mg