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Chile Peanut and Pumpkin Seed Snack Mix

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Chile Peanut and Pumpkin Seed Snack MixZach DeSart

This addictive peanut-and-seed mix has "unbeatable summer snack" written all over it. It's got just the right amount of salty-spicy crunch to keep you reaching for another beer, and another handful, and another beer... —A.M.

Ingredients

1 cup raw peanuts
1 cup raw pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 tablespoons crushed chiles de árbol
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon kosher salt

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Toss 1 cup raw peanuts and 1 cup raw pumpkin seeds (pepitas) with 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, 2 tablespoons crushed chiles de árbol or 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper, and 1 tablespoon kosher salt to coat. Toast on a baking sheet in a 400° oven, tossing often, until golden brown, 5–7 minutes. Let cool.

    Step 2

    Do ahead: Mix can be made 1 week ahead. Store airtight at room temperature. Makes about 2 cups.

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