Almonds might just be one of the tastiest nuts around. They’re so easy to eat plain as a snack, you can munch on them by the handful.
But if you find yourself getting bored of plain almonds, you might want to spice them up a little bit. If you’re not sure how, you’re in the right place. We’ll be discussing some of the best spices that go with almonds right here in this post.
1. Black Pepper
You can add a little salt and pepper to virtually anything. However, it tastes especially good with almonds because it gives their gentle flavor a vibrant kick.
2. Cayenne Pepper
Almonds don’t have to be the tame nut you’re used to! With some cayenne pepper, you can turn them into a spicy treat you’ll want to snack on all day long.
3. Chili Powder
You can use chili powder to achieve a similar effect to that of cayenne pepper. If anyone ever tells you that almonds can’t be a treat with a little zing, use some chili powder to prove them wrong.
4. Cinnamon
If you were to sample just the tiniest bit of cinnamon, you’d realize it’s not as sweet by itself as pastries would have you believe. Nonetheless, beneath its surprising heat is a complex sweet tone that will take the mild taste of almonds to a whole new level.
Want to try out a cinnamon almond recipe? We recommend these vegan candied almonds. You won’t be able to stop snacking on them!
5. Cumin
Cumin’s flavor is one that’s hard to describe, but you’ll know it instantly when you smell it. Its bold flavor with bitter and sweet tones will bring a lot to the more muted taste of almond.
6. Garlic Powder
Garlic powder is made from dehydrated garlic cloves. As such, it has traces of garlic’s spicy flavor, but on a much milder level. You could easily include a mix of garlic powder and almonds in some kind of pasta to give the dish some texture.
7. Ginger
Ginger is truly a one-of-a-kind taste. It has a burn similar to that of garlic, which can make almonds extra interesting.
Read Also: Where to Find Ginger in the Grocery Store?
8. Mint
With its sweet and slightly tangy taste, mint can make eating just about anything feel like a breath of fresh air. It would no doubt highlight almond’s slight sweetness.
Learn more about mint in this guide to what mint tastes like.
9. Nutmeg
Thanks to its sweet and earthy notes, nutmeg is popularly added to desserts. Combine it with almonds to make them even sweeter.
10. Sea Salt
We’ve said it before, and we’ll likely say it again: salt can go on just about any food you want. Salt and nuts are a classic combination, and we think you can make it even better by using some sea salt. Sea salt’s coarser texture will make chewing on an almond that much more satisfying.
11. Thyme
In general, thyme has a flavor that’s similar to oregano. There are even different kinds of thyme you can experiment with putting on your almonds, like lemon thyme, which will make your almonds taste citrusy.
Related Article: What Does Thyme Taste Like?
12. Vanilla
Vanilla and almond is a downright heavenly combination. Almond already has a trace of sweetness in its flavor, and the sugary taste of vanilla will simply accentuate it.
Consider trying out this delectable combo yourself by making something like this vegan vanilla almond biscotti.
Hey, I’m Joey. I’ve been cooking since I was a little kid and love everything about it. You can find my writing about food, kitchen appliances (such as blenders) and much more. Thanks for stopping by!
