Turkish Spiced Walnuts

by Joyce'S 9/25/2001 7:27 am

3 tablespoons oil
6 green onions, minced
1 clove garlic, minced
2 tablespoons cumin
1 tablespoon cinnamon
1 tablespoon granulated sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon allspice
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 cup water
1 pound Diamond Walnut Halves, shelled and toasted

Warm oil in medium sauté pan over medium heat. While stirring, add onions and garlic. Then add cumin, cinnamon, sugar, salt, allspice, black pepper and cayenne pepper. Cook and stir until fragrant. Pour in water and bring to a boil. Immediately add walnuts and stir until they are completely coated. Increase heat and continue cooking until all the water has evaporated and the walnuts are dry. Remove from heat and spread onto baking sheet lined with parchment or wax paper and allow to cool.

For an extra flavor, sprinkle with chopped cilantro and add to your favorite salad or sprinkle over Asian noodles.