Caramelized Pecans with Cayenne and Black Peppers

4 servings

30 minutes

Caramelized pecan nuts with cayenne and black pepper are an exquisite blend of sweetness and spiciness inspired by French culinary traditions. This recipe transforms simple nuts into a crunchy treat with a rich caramel hue and a savory note. Corn syrup and sugar create a glossy glaze, while the mix of black and cayenne pepper adds a mild heat, balancing the flavor to be memorable. Perfect as a snack for an aperitif or as a crunchy topping for desserts and salads. The preparation process is simple but requires attention to detail to achieve the perfect texture. As they cool, the nuts become crumbly and incredibly aromatic, with their sweet-spicy flavor making them a desirable addition to any gathering.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 339.4
• Proteins: 3.5g
• Fats: 27g
• Carbohydrates: 21.5g

Ingredients

• Light corn syrup: 3 tbsp
• Sugar: 1.5 tbsp
• Vegetable oil: to taste
• Freshly ground black pepper: 0.3 tsp
• Salt: 0.8 tsp
• Cayenne pepper: pinch
• Pecan: 1.5 glass

Cooking steps

1. Preheat the oven to 160 degrees. Grease a large baking tray with butter.

   Required ingredients:

   • Vegetable oil:  to taste

2. In a large bowl, mix corn syrup, sugar, salt, black and cayenne pepper. Mix well and add the nuts. Mix again and spread the nuts on the prepared baking sheet.

   Required ingredients:

   • Light corn syrup: 3 tablespoons
   • Sugar: 1.5 tablespoon
   • Salt: 0.8 teaspoon
   • Freshly ground black pepper: 0.3 teaspoon
   • Cayenne pepper:  pinch
   • Pecan: 1.5 glass

3. Place a sheet of foil on the work surface.

4. Place the baking tray with nuts in the oven for 5 minutes, stir, and bake for another 10 minutes until golden and caramelized.

5. Transfer to foil and quickly separate the nuts with a fork. Chill.