Chipotle Roasted Almonds

• tablespoon ground chipotle chile pepper↗1
• tablespoons sugar↗2
• teaspoon coarse salt↗1
• cups whole almonds↗1 1⁄2
• tablespoon almond oil (or veg. oil)1

Step-by-step instructions

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   Preparation:.

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   Stir together ground chipotle , sugar and salt in a small bowl, and set aside. Heat almonds and almond oil in a large skillet on medium-high heat, stirring and shaking the pan occasionally, until the almond skins are popping and almonds are fragrant. Turn down heat to medium-low and stir in chipotle mixture; heat and shake skillet for about 30 seconds, to release chipotle's oils. Move to a bowl and let cool just slightly before serving warm.