Indian Spiced Cashews, Pistachios And Currants

Name: Indian Spiced Cashews, Pistachios And Currants
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/4 cups raw cashews; 1/2 cup pistachios, shelled; 2 tablespoons currants, dried (raisins ok, use more); Spice Mix; 1 tablespoon sugar; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 1 teaspoon curry powder; 1/4 teaspoon cumin, ground; 1/4 teaspoon coriander, ground; Glaze; 2 tablespoons water; 1 tablespoon butter; 1 teaspoon brown sugar

Servings: persons

1 1/4 cups raw cashews
1/2 cup pistachios, shelled
2 tablespoons currants, dried (raisins ok, use more)
Spice Mix
1 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon curry powder
1/4 teaspoon cumin, ground
1/4 teaspoon coriander, ground
Glaze
2 tablespoons water
1 tablespoon butter
1 teaspoon brown sugar

1
Preheat oven to 350 with rack in the middle.
2
On rimmed baking sheet with silpat or parchment toast cashews 4 minutes, rotate and 4 more minutes.
3
Add pistachios and toast 2 more minutes then move to wire rack.
4
Mix the spice mix together in a bowl.
5
Bring glze to a bowl over medium high heat, stirring constantly.
6
Stir in nuts and stir until shiny and liquid is evaporated, about 1.5 minutes.
7
Put nuts and currants in spice bowl and toss well to coat.
8
Put back on baking sheet to cool.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/4 cups raw cashews, 1/2 cup pistachios, shelled, 2 tablespoons currants, dried (raisins ok, use more), Spice Mix, and more.

Yes, Indian Spiced Cashews, Pistachios And Currants falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!