Chili Pecans

Updated October 11, 2023

Total Time
12 minutes
Prep Time
2 minutes
Cook Time
10 minutes
Rating
4(8)
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Ingredients

Yield:about 2 cups
  • 2 teaspoons peanut or vegetable oil

  • 1 can (6 ounces) shelled pecan halves

  • 1 ½ teaspoons chili powder

  • ¾ teaspoon cayenne pepper

  • 1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt

  • ½ teaspoon granulated sugar

  • 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice

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Nutritional analysis per serving

7 grams carbs; 321 calories; 19 grams monosaturated fat; 10 grams polyunsaturated fat; 3 grams saturated fat; 33 grams fat; 5 grams fiber; 112 milligrams sodium; 4 grams protein; 2 grams sugar

Note: The information shown is Edamam’s estimate based on available ingredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.

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Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Heat oil in a heavy skillet over medium-low heat. Add pecans. Stir until dry and sizzling.

  2. Step 2

    Sprinkle chili powder, cayenne pepper, salt and sugar over pecans and stir until evenly coated. Sprinkle lemon juice into skillet and cook until the juice has evaporated.

  3. Step 3

    Turn pecans out onto several thicknesses of paper toweling to drain. Let cool slightly. Pecans are best within an hour of being made.

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