Mixed nuts offer the most choices for your guests, but if a single nut is your favorite, roast it alone with the spice mixture. The nuts are roasted at a relatively low temperature to avoid burning and to give them time to absorb the fragrant spices.
Recipe courtesy of Williams-Sonoma
Variations:
*Chili-Spiced Nuts:*Omit the ginger. Add 1 tablespoon chili powder and increase the cumin to 1 teaspoon.
*Italian-Spiced Nuts:*Substitute hazelnuts for the mixed nuts, if desired. Omit the ginger, garam masala and cumin. Add 1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary, 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest and 1/2 teaspoon finely chopped garlic.