Garam Masala Roasted Coconut Nuts

Ingredients:

For garam masala:

• 3 tbsp ground cinnamon
• 3 tablespoons clove buds
• 2 tablespoons green cardamom seeds
• 1 tbsp. black cardamom seeds

For the nut mixture:

• 1 cup roasted peanuts
• 1 cup coarsely chopped pecans
• 1/4 cup coconut flakes
• 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil
• 2 tsp ground cumin
• 2 tsp ground coriander
• Salt

Preparation:

1. Prepare garam masala: Grind the cloves, green and black cardamom seeds, and cinnamon using a spice grinder or mortar. The prepared garam masala can be stored in an airtight container, away from direct sunlight, for up to 6 months.
2. Prepare the nuts: Preheat oven to 120°C. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Combine peanuts, pecans, coconut, vegetable oil, cumin, coriander, 2 teaspoons garam masala, and 1 teaspoon salt in a bowl and pour onto the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 40 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from the oven and let cool.