Ginger Black Sesame Roasted Cashews

These Ginger Black Sesame Roasted Cashews are one of those simple little recipes that instantly make salads, grain bowls, breakfasts, or snack plates feel a bit more special. Sweet, salty, warming, and perfect for kids’ snacks or easy little nibbles when friends pop over, they’re packed with toasty sesame flavour, fresh ginger, and crunchy roasted cashews that are hard to stop snacking on once you start.

We especially love recipes like this during the cooler months when nourishing, warming flavours start creeping back into everyday meals. They’re also perfect for prepping ahead and keeping in a jar for easy toppings throughout the week.

Ingredients

• 2 cups cashew nuts

• 3 tbsp maple syrup

• 3 tbsp ground black sesame

• 1 tbsp coconut oil

• 2 tsp freshly grated ginger (or 1/2 tsp ground ginger)

• Good pinch natural sea salt

Method

1. If using fresh ginger, grate finely and set aside.

2. Grind black sesame seeds in a spice grinder or high-speed blender until fine.

3. Heat a pan over medium-high heat and add coconut oil.

4. Add ginger and maple syrup, stirring for around 30 seconds until fragrant.

5. Add cashews and ground black sesame, tossing continuously until the cashews become golden and coated.

6. Finish with a good pinch of natural sea salt.

7. Spread onto a tray or baking paper to cool and crisp up.

8. Enjoy over salads, breakfast bowls, yoghurt, or straight from the jar as a snack.

Store leftovers in an airtight container.

Simple, crunchy, warming, and naturally sweetened ✨

This recipe was adapted from May Ly @intutitivefooddesign & @consciousground, and Santos Organics.