I'm not sure that this recipe classes as a starter, but I'm at a loss where else to put it. These nuts are great party food or as nibbles before dinner. They are also fantastic served at a picnic, and can be made in advance and stored and transported easily. The quantities shown here serve 4 as nibbles, but this recipe is very simple to increase the numbers catered for!

Ingredients

• 1 tsp Paprika
• 1/2 tsp Cumin
• 1/2 tsp Coriander
• 1/2 tsp Caraway
• 1/4 tsp Chilli
• 300g Mixed nuts (unsalted, unroasted etc)
• 1 tbsp Olive oil

Method

1. Mix the spices together well.
2. Mix the nuts in the spice mix and scatter over a baking tray.
3. Drizzle the oil over the top and coat the nuts in the spice mix and oil.
4. Place the baking tray into an oven at 180 degrees C for 10 minutes.
5. Remove the nuts from the oven and allow to cool.