Hot-As-A-Pistol Pecans Recipe

Hot-As-A-Pistol Pecans finds top position in my list of appetizers. This is a favorite for kids mainly because of its strange name. The recipe of Hot-As-A-Pistol Pecans is pretty easy and all that you have to focus on is the timing.

Summary

Servings4Cuisine
CourseMethod
DishInterest Group

Ingredients

 Worcestershire sauce3 Tablespoon
 Cayenne pepper1 Teaspoon
 Dried oregano1⁄4 Teaspoon
 Garlic powder2 Teaspoon
 Pecan halves1 Pound
 Salt2 Teaspoon
 Celery salt2 Teaspoon
 Vegetable oil1⁄4 Cup (4 tbs)
 Ground cumin1 Teaspoon

Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Calories 146 Calories from Fat 125

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 14 g21.8%

Saturated Fat 1.8 g9.2%

Trans Fat 0 g

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 1790.1 mg74.6%

Total Carbohydrates 5 g1.7%

Dietary Fiber 0.72 g2.9%

Sugars 1.9 g

Protein 0.6 g1.2%

Vitamin A 11% Vitamin C 5%

Calcium 2.8% Iron 6.8%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Directions

In a medium bowl, combine worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, salt, celery salt, cumin, cayenne and oregano, mix well.
Pour mixture over pecans, gently stir to coat pecans.
Heat oil in a large heavy skillet over medium heat.
Carefully add pecan mixture to hot oil in skillet, cook pecans about 5 minutes, stirring constantly but gently so they don't burn.
Remove from heat.
Spread pecans on waxed paper to cool.
Store in a tightly covered container.
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