Chinese Five-Spice Almonds

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil or 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
• 2 cups skin-on raw almonds
• 1 teaspoon Chinese five spice powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 14 teaspoon ground black pepper

Instructions

1. Heat the oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until just simmering.
2. Add the almonds, salt, pepper, and Chinese five-spice powder.
3. Toast the almonds over medium-low heat, stirring often, until fragrant and the color deepens slightly, about 8 minutes.
4. Transfer them to a plate lined with paper towels and allow them to cool before serving.
5. The almonds can be stored in an airtight container for up to 5 days.