Spicy Orange Pecans is an old recipe that I lost track of! I think of them so often that I believed they were already posted, but that was 3 websites ago! So here it is again, one of my very favorite variations on roasted pecans. Crispy, spicy, sweet and savory, these pecans are a hit wherever they are served.
Spicy Orange Pecans require Excellent Pecans
The most important ingredient in this recipe is the pecans, obviously! Track down the largest, freshest pecans halves when you make Spicy Orange Pecans. Of course, small pecans will work also, but I love the extra luxury of mammoth sized pecans. If you are going to enjoy a treat, go all the way!
One tip when you make is to make sure the pecans are not clumped or jumbled together when you roast them. The egg wash coating will cause the pecans to stick together and roast unevenly. Draining the pecans well after they are coated in the egg mixture will help. But it is very important to ensure that the pecans are well separated when they are placed on the baking pan or cookie sheet. I have a pair of culinary tweezers that I like to use for separating the pecans on the cookie sheet. Large spoons, small spoons, forks or fingers can drizzle extra coating back onto the baking pan which can result in a sticky mess.
A Very Versatile Pecan Snack
I usually enjoy Spicy Orange Pecans as a snack with cocktails and appetizers. You can toss them into salads or serve alongside cheese and crackers. When they are chopped they are delicious mixed into chicken salad and are very interesting when added to your favorite chocolate chip cookie recipe.
But my favorite ways of serving Spicy Orange Pecans is by delivering them as a gift to friends at get-togethers and picnics. Of course, my best, most treasured recipes always taste better when they are shared! Enjoy!
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