Spanish Spiced Almonds (Almendras Fritas)

A small bowl of these salty, smoky Spanish Spiced Almonds tapas, known as Almendras Fritas in Spain, makes a great shared starter or a happy hour snack. Serve these spiced nuts at a tapas party! Delightfully addictive!

📝 Ingredients

• 4 cups raw almonds
• 1 tablespoon olive oil, (extra virgin)
• 1 teaspoon Spanish style smoked hot paprika
• 2 teaspoons sea salt

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1Preheat oven to 400°F.
2. 2Spread the almonds on a baking sheet and toast in the oven for 8 - 10 minutes until aromatic and slightly darker in colour.
3. 3Meanwhile, combine the smoked paprika and sea salt in a small dish.
4. 4Remove almonds from the oven and place in a medium bowl.
5. 5Toss with olive oil and sprinkle with the paprika - salt mixture. Serve warm.