Chinese Fried Walnuts

Ingredients

• 1 cup of walnuts, halved
• 2 tablespoons of soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon of sugar
• 1 teaspoon of sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon of garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon of ground ginger
• 1 teaspoon of onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon of ground black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon of red chili flakes
• 1/4 cup of vegetable oil

Directions

1. In a medium bowl, combine the soy sauce, sugar, sesame oil, garlic powder, ground ginger, onion powder, ground black pepper, and red chili flakes. Mix until all ingredients are well combined.
2. Add the walnuts to the bowl and stir to coat the walnuts with the sauce.
3. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
4. Once the oil is hot, add the walnuts to the skillet and cook until the walnuts are golden and crispy, about 5 minutes.
5. Remove the walnuts from the skillet and place on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb any excess oil.
6. Serve the walnuts warm and enjoy!

Interesting Facts

• Walnuts are a good source of protein and healthy fats.
• Walnuts are believed to reduce inflammation in the body.
• Walnuts are used in many different Chinese dishes.