Chilli and lime cashews

These chilli and lime cashews are a quick and easy snack with just the right balance of heat and citrus.

Roasted in the oven for extra crunch, they’re perfect for entertaining, gifting, or just keeping on hand for a savoury bite.

Cashews are also a good source of healthy fats and magnesium, making them a great energy-boosting snack.

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Chilli and lime cashews

Servings: 500g

Author: Rebecca McAlister

Prep time: 5 MinCooking time: 10 MinTotal time: 15 Min

Suitable for TM5, TM6 or TM7

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Ingredients

• 500g raw cashew nuts
• 1 lime, peel and juice
• 1 tsp rock salt
• 2 fresh kaffir lime leaves (optional, or use double the lime zest)
• 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
• 1/2 tsp dried chilli flakes
• 20g extra virgin olive oil

Preparation

1. Preheat oven to 200°C and line a large baking tray with baking paper.
2. Use a vegetable peeler to remove the skin from 1 lime and place the peel, plus 2 fresh kaffir lime leaves (optional), and 1 tsp rock salt into Thermomix® bowl. Blitz for 30 sec/speed 10 or until finely ground.
3. Add 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper, 1/2 tsp dried chilli flakes, juice of 1 lime, and 20g extra virgin olive oil. Add 500g raw cashew nuts and mix for 10 sec/reverse/speed 2 to coat evenly.
4. Spread cashews evenly onto the prepared baking tray and toast for 10 minutes, stirring halfway through, until lightly browned and dry. Allow to cool completely before storing in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.

Oven settings

Unless otherwise stated temperatures are for a fan-forced oven.

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