Ingredients

The following ingredients have 2 Servings
  • 4 teaspoons vegetable oil
  • 2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon dark brown sugar
  • 4 teaspoons water
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons five-spice powder
  • 2 cups pecan halves
  • 1/4 teaspoon fine grain sea salt

Instruction

  • Preheat oven to 350°.
  • In a medium saucepan, warm 4 teaspoons vegetable oil over medium-low heat. Add 2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon dark brown sugar, 4 teaspoons water, 1 1/2 teaspoons five-spice powder; stir until sugar dissolves and mixture bubbles. Add 2 cups pecan halves; cook, stirring until pecans are thickly coated, about 3 minutes. Spread evenly on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper; sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon sea salt. Bake 5-8 minutes,or until fragrant and crisp. Cool completely.
  • Store in an airtight container, or place 1/2 cup portions in four cellophane bags and tie with festive ribbon.