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Honey-Glazed Nut Snacks

Honey-Glazed Goodness
Honey-Glazed Goodness

Sticky, sweet and tasty, we just can’t stop eating this nutty snack once we begin. A great nibble for a cocktail party, these honey-glazed nuts are infused with the full flavor of Chinese five-spice to add a surprising twist to the nut mixture.

  • 1 cup cooking oil for deep-frying
  • 2 cups walnut halves
  • 1 cup raw cashews
  • 2 egg roll wrappers , cut into 1/2-inch squares
  • 1/4 cups packed brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 3 tbsps honey
  • 1/4 tsps Chinese five-spice
  • 2 tsps toasted sesame seeds

 

Heat oil in wok to 300 degrees F over medium heat. Deep-fried walnuts and cashews and cook, turning frequently, until golden brown, 4 to 5 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towels.

Heat oil in wok to 350 degrees F over high heat. Deep-fry egg roll squares and cook, turning frequently, until golden brown, about 1 minute. Remove and drain on paper towels.

Combine brown sugar and butter in a saucepan. Cook, stirring over low heat until brown sugar melts. Add honey and five-spice; mix well. Remove saucepan from heat and add nuts, egg roll squares, and sesame seeds toss gently to coat.

Spread mixture in a foil-lined baking pan. Let stand until cool. Break into bite-size pieces before serving.

Source: Martin Yan’s Culinary Journey Through China

 

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