A dependable home-kitchen version of Chinese Five-Spice Candied Walnuts, with clear timing and practical ingredients.
Prep: 5 minutes Cook: 20 minutes Total: 25 minutes Serves: 6
Ingredients
- 2 cups walnut halves
- 1/3 cup sugar
- 2 tbsp water
- 1/2 tsp Chinese five-spice
- 1/4 tsp fine salt
- 1 tsp sesame seeds
Instructions
- Toast walnuts at 325°F for 8 minutes.
- Cook sugar and water in a skillet until bubbling and pale amber.
- Add walnuts, five-spice, and salt; stir until evenly glazed.
- Spread on parchment, sprinkle with sesame seeds, and cool completely.
Cook’s Notes
Taste before adding extra salt, prepare all ingredients before heating the pan, and serve this dish fresh for the best texture and aroma.