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Golden roasted whole cashews coated with cumin, paprika, garam masala, and black salt
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Air Fryer Roasted Cashews with Black Salt & Cumin

Whole cashews toast in the air fryer with ghee, cumin, paprika, and black salt for a warm ten-minute pantry snack.
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Prep Time 3 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Snack
Cuisine: Indian-inspired
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 2 cups raw whole unsalted cashews
  • 2 teaspoons melted ghee or neutral oil
  • 3/4 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon sweet paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon garam masala
  • 1/4 teaspoon kala namak black salt, plus more only after tasting
  • Pinch of cayenne optional

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat the air fryer to 320°F. Toss cashews with melted ghee.
  2. Mix cumin, paprika, garam masala, black salt, and cayenne; toss half the blend with the cashews.
  3. Air-fry in one layer for 5 to 7 minutes, shaking every 2 minutes. Watch closely after minute 5.
  4. Transfer immediately to a cool plate and toss with the remaining spice blend.
  5. Cool completely before serving or storing; taste before adding more black salt.

Notes

  • Do not walk away during the final minutes.
  • A dark basket can make browning hard to judge; lift out one nut.
  • Season in two stages for better aroma.
  • Keep away from anyone with a tree-nut allergy.