How To Roast Pecans (Oven or Stove)
Toasting pecans using the oven method or a dry skillet will enhance the natural pecan flavor in the nut.
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Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 171
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Instructions
Dry Skillet Method
- In a dry skillet, place the pecans in the skillet and turn the heat to medium.2 Cups pecans
- Every 20-30 seconds toss the nuts, stir with a non-stick spatula or wooden spoon.
- Keep the nuts constantly moving for 3-5 minutes or until you can smell the aroma of toasted pecans.
- Immediately remove the pecans from the pan and allow to cool on a plate.
Oven Method
- On a rimmed baking sheet arrange your pecans in a single layer. (parchment paper or silicone baking sheet is helpful for removing the nuts from the pan but not necessary)2 Cups pecans
- Place in a preheated 325-degree oven.
- Toast the pecans for 5 minutes and stir the nuts.
- Bake for an additional 3 minutes. Open the oven door and if the aroma of toasted pecans welcomes you, the nuts are done. If not, toast for an additional 2 minutes or until the nuts smell like toasted nuts.
- If you smell toasted nuts before opening the oven door, they are already overdone.
- Remove the pecans from the baking sheet and allow to cool on another plate.
- Do not let them cool on the baking sheet as they may continue to cook.
Notes
Do you needed added oil or melted butter?
In my experience no. While attending culinary college we were taught that there were enough natural oils in nuts that when heated gently, will toast up nicely and no additional oils or fats are needed.
Can I pre chop my nuts before toasting?
You CAN pre chop nuts before toasting but keep in mind you are exposing more surface area of the nut by chopping them and giving more opportunity for the oils of the nuts to be toasted. The fine dust from chopping can burn more quickly when toasting and can add a bitter flavor to the batch. Pay EVEN MORE CLOSE attention to chopped nuts when toasting them.
How to I know if I have over cooked my pecans?
I look for dark spots or for the edges of the nut to turn dark. This along with the aroma of toasted nuts will let me know that they are DONE and to stop toasting them.
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Nutrition Facts
How To Roast Pecans (Oven or Stove)
Serving Size
0.25 cup
Amount per Serving
Calories
171
% Daily Value*
Fat
18
g
28
%
Saturated Fat
2
g
13
%
Potassium
101
mg
3
%
Carbohydrates
3
g
1
%
Sugar
1
g
1
%
Protein
2
g
4
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
**Nutritional facts are just estimates. Please utilize your own brand nutritional values to double check against our estimates.
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