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Five Spice Pecans Recipe

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Ingredients:  
Ingredients:  
2 cups pecan halves
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons maple syrup
1 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder

The classic Chinese Five Spice mix unites the five flavors: sweet, sour, bitter, salty, and savory. Based on the traditional philosophy of balancing yin and yang, A delightful group of flavors - warm, cool, sweet and spicy – help balance this blend beautifully. Versatile Chinese Five Spice Powder is perfect for vegetables, rice, pork and virtually any kind of stir fry. A dash also adds excitement to muffins, nut breads and waffle or pancake batter. You can also put it in your coffee ground before brewing to add a new and exotic taste to your morning routine.
Directions:
Directions:
In a large nonstick skillet, cook pecans over medium heat until toasted, about 4 minutes. Add the brown sugar, syrup and five-spice powder. Cook and stir for 2-4 minutes or until sugar is melted. Spread on foil to cool. Store in an airtight container.
Personal Notes:
Personal Notes:
KR notes ... I will be trying this spice with my Sweet and Spicy Pecan recipe, that can be done in the oven.

 

 

 

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