Roasted Almonds with Coriander, Chili and Olive Oil

These roasted almonds with coriander, chili and olive oil make the perfect on-the-go snack.

Ingredients:

• 1/2 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 ^1/2 cups blanched almonds
• 1 teaspoon coriander seeds, crushed
• 1 to 3 small dried red chili peppers
• 2 generous pinches of sea salt
• Add olive oil and almonds to hot sauté pan.

Directions:

1. Sauté and toast almonds until golden brown, shaking pan regularly to color them evenly and accentuate their nutty flavor.
2. Crumble in coriander and chili to taste, then add sea salt.
3. Toss over and serve hot on large plate. These are perfect as a pre-dinner snack.

Yield: 8 servings