Sweet and Savory Glazed Walnuts and Almonds
A Deliciously Nutty and Slightly Sweet Glazed Walnut and Almond Medley
Create a beautiful, glossy glazed walnut and almond treat that’s perfect as a side dish or a delightful snack. This recipe balances sweet and savory flavors with a wonderfully satisfying crunch.
Main Ingredients
- Walnuts 120g
- Raw Almonds 90g
Seasoning Ingredients
- Soy Sauce 6 Tbsp
- Sugar 2 Tbsp
- Oligosaccharide (or Corn Syrup) 2 Tbsp
- Mirin (Rice Wine) 1 Tbsp
- Sesame Oil 1 Tbsp
- Toasted Sesame Seeds, a pinch
- Water 1 cup (200ml)
- Soy Sauce 6 Tbsp
- Sugar 2 Tbsp
- Oligosaccharide (or Corn Syrup) 2 Tbsp
- Mirin (Rice Wine) 1 Tbsp
- Sesame Oil 1 Tbsp
- Toasted Sesame Seeds, a pinch
- Water 1 cup (200ml)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Begin by preparing your walnuts and raw almonds. For the walnuts, ensure any outer shells are removed, leaving just the nut halves. Raw almonds offer a softer texture compared to roasted ones.
Step 2
In a wide pot, bring 1 cup of water to a boil. Once boiling, carefully add the prepared walnuts and almonds and blanch for about 1 minute. This step helps to remove any bitterness and enhance the nutty flavor.
Step 3
Drain the blanched walnuts and almonds thoroughly using a colander. You can also gently pat them dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture.
Step 4
In a clean pot, combine 1 cup of water, 6 tablespoons of soy sauce, 2 tablespoons of sugar, 2 tablespoons of oligosaccharide, and 1 tablespoon of mirin. Stir well to dissolve the sugar. Add all the drained walnuts and almonds to the pot.
Step 5
Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat. Stir occasionally to ensure the glaze coats the nuts evenly. Once the liquid has reduced by about half, lower the heat.
Step 6
Reduce the heat to low and continue to cook, stirring constantly to prevent sticking and burning. Simmer gently until the glaze thickens and coats the nuts with a glossy sheen. This slow simmering is key to developing the flavor and texture.
Step 7
When the glaze is almost fully reduced and has a sticky consistency, drizzle in 1 tablespoon of sesame oil. Sprinkle a pinch of toasted sesame seeds over the nuts for added aroma and flavor.
Step 8
Quickly stir everything together for a few seconds to incorporate the sesame oil and seeds, then immediately remove the pot from the heat. Overcooking at this stage can make the nuts too hard.
Step 9
Transfer the finished glazed walnuts and almonds to a serving dish. This delicious, sweet, and savory treat is now ready to be enjoyed as a side dish or a delightful snack. It tastes even better once cooled!
