Crisp Sugared Walnuts

Title:
Crisp Sugared Walnuts

Yield:
4 Servings

Categories:
Appetizers,
Oriental




Ingredients:





     4 c  Water


     2 c  Walnuts


     6 tb Sugar


   1/4 ts Salt


     1 tb Peanut or corn oil






 Traditionally, these crispy sweet walnuts are served as a "starter"


 appetizer to a Chinese banquet dinner to tease the palate before the first


 entree. They make wonderful snacks or a perfect cocktail food.


 


 PREHEAT OVEN TO 325F. Bring a pot of water to a full boil. Add walnuts,


 remove from heat and set aside for 3 minutes. Drain walnuts and pat dry.


 While nuts are hot, toss evenly with sugar and salt to coat. Add oil and


 mix thoroughly. Spread nuts in 1 layer on a foil-lined baking sheet. Allow


 the nuts to dry for an hour or until their surface is thoroughly dry. Bake,


 stirring occasionally, for 8 to 10 minutes or until golden brown. Remove


 and serve. Store in an airtight container. They will keep for several


 weeks. Makes 2 Cups


 


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