Chile-Lime Cashews

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
28%
Chile-Lime Cashews
45 min.
4
838kcal

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If you're on the lookout for a delightful snack that packs a punch of flavor, look no further than these Chile-Lime Cashews! Perfectly balanced with the smokiness of ancho chiles and a zesty kick from fresh lime, this recipe is not just a treat for your taste buds; it’s also a great choice for those following a vegetarian or gluten-free diet. With just a handful of simple ingredients, you can whip up a batch that serves four, making it an ideal addition to your next lunch, dinner, or casual gathering.

What elevates these cashews is the unique combination of textures and flavors. The crunchiness of the roasted cashews complements the spicy warmth of dried chiles de árbol, while the optional kaffir lime leaves add an exotic touch that can elevate the overall taste experience. Plus, the finished product is incredibly versatile—enjoy them on their own, toss them into salads, or serve them as a bold topping for your favorite dishes. Ready in just 45 minutes, these Chile-Lime Cashews are perfect for a quick yet satisfying snack, and they store well, allowing you to prepare them ahead of time. Get ready to impress your guests and indulge yourself with this flavorful, homemade treat!

Ingredients

  • 1.5 teaspoons ancho chili pepper 
  • 15  chilies dried
  • 10  kaffir lime leaves cut into 1/4" slices
  • tablespoon kosher salt 
  • tablespoons lime zest finely grated
  • cups cashew pieces raw
  • tablespoons butter unsalted melted
  • tablespoons vegetable oil 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • wire rack

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F.
  2. Combine4 cups raw cashews, 15 driedchiles de árbol, 10 kaffir limeleaves (optional) cut into 1/4"slices, 2 tablespoons melted unsaltedbutter, 2 tablespoons vegetableoil, 1 tablespoon kosher salt, and1 1/2 teaspoons ground ancho chiles ina large bowl; toss to coat.
  3. Spreadnut mixture in an even layer ona large rimmed baking sheet.Roast, stirring occasionally, untilcashews are evenly toasted andfragrant, about 20 minutes.
  4. Letnut mixture cool completely onsheet on a wire rack.
  5. Transfernuts to a large bowl and toss with2 tablespoons finely grated lime zest,making sure to evenly distributespices and zest. DO AHEAD: Canbe made 2 days ahead. Storeairtight at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Calories838kcal
Protein10.82%
Fat70.24%
Carbs18.94%

Properties

Glycemic Index
14.3
Glycemic Load
8.82
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
33.139565100488%

Flavonoids

Hesperetin
1.29mg
Naringenin
0.1mg
Quercetin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:837.5kcal
41.88%
Fat:69.28g
106.58%
Saturated Fat:14.7g
91.9%
Carbohydrates:42.03g
14.01%
Net Carbohydrates:36.62g
13.32%
Sugar:9.21g
10.23%
Cholesterol:15.05mg
5.02%
Sodium:1763.81mg
76.69%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:24.01g
48.02%
Copper:2.84mg
142.22%
Manganese:2.17mg
108.53%
Magnesium:380.32mg
95.08%
Phosphorus:773.11mg
77.31%
Vitamin K:61.03µg
58.12%
Zinc:7.51mg
50.06%
Iron:8.88mg
49.32%
Selenium:25.89µg
36.98%
Vitamin B1:0.55mg
36.66%
Vitamin B6:0.57mg
28.48%
Potassium:926.13mg
26.46%
Vitamin A:1162.67IU
23.25%
Fiber:5.41g
21.64%
Vitamin E:2mg
13.35%
Vitamin B5:1.16mg
11.64%
Folate:34.6µg
8.65%
Vitamin B3:1.7mg
8.51%
Vitamin B2:0.12mg
7.22%
Calcium:53.16mg
5.32%
Vitamin C:2.69mg
3.26%
Source:Epicurious