How to Toast Cashews or Walnuts
Toasting cashews or walnuts is a worthy pursuit and one you should build into your culinary routine. When you toast nuts, you enhance their flavor and texture and improve any dish you are making.Toasting cashews or walnuts takes only a few minutes and you can decide whether you want to toast them in the oven or on the stove. Both ways are quick and easy and detailed below.
Ingredients
- 1 cup cashews or walnuts or more
- 1 tbsp. olive oil or clarified butter, optional
- Salt, optional
Instructions
How to toast cashews or walnuts in the oven:
- Pre-heat oven to 350°F.
- Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or foil for easy cleanup.
- In a medium bowl, toss cashews or walnuts in oil and salt, if desired.
- Arrange in a single layer on prepared baking sheet.
- Place in oven and toast until browned and fragrant, stirring occasionally; about 7 to 10 minutes.
- Remove from oven and chop or use as desired.
How to toast cashews or walnuts on the stove:
- In a medium bowl, toss cashews or walnuts in oil and salt, if desired.
- In a medium skillet, over medium heat, heat cashews or walnuts until browned and fragrant, stirring occasionally, about 2 to 5 minutes.
- Remove from skillet and chop or use as desired.
Notes
Toasted cashews and walnuts can be stored in an airtight container for up to one week.