Spicy Pecans

ingredients

• 4 teaspoons vegetable oil
• 2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon dark brown sugar
• 4 teaspoons water
• 1 1/2 teaspoons five-spice powder
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 2 cups pecan halves
• 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt

directions

1. Heat 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, 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin and 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; stir until sugar dissolves and mixture bubbles.
   
2. 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 kosher salt.
   
3. Bake until fragrant and crisp, 8 to 10 minutes. Cool completely.