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Spiced Pecans

Spiced Pecans

  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 cups

Ingredients

  • 2 cups water
  • 2 cups plus 2 teaspoons granulated sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon plus 1/4 teaspoon cayenne
  • 4 cups pecan pieces
  • 4 cups vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Directions

  • Combine the water, 2 cups of the sugar, and 1/4 teaspoon of the cayenne in a medium-size, heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium-high heat. Cook, stirring occasionally with a wooden spoon, until the mixture comes to a boil and becomes slightly thick, about 5 minutes.

  • Add the pecans and cook for 5 minutes, stirring often. Drain the pecans in a colander set over a bowl, shaking off the excess liquid.

  • Heat the oil to 360ºF in a deep frying pot or electric fryer. Add the pecans and fry until they are a deep mahogany color, 4 to 5 minutes, stirring often. Remove the pecans with a slotted spoon and drain on a platter lined with parchment paper. Stir the pecans so they won’t stick together.

  • Combine the salt, the remaining 1/4 teaspoon cayenne, the cinnamon, and the remaining 2 teaspoons sugar in a bowl. Sprinkle the pecans with this mixture. Let cool. Serve in small nut cups or decorative bowls.

  • They can be stored in an airtight container for up to 1 week.

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