I have given up buying cooked cashew nuts from moderately to highly priced of all sorts from supermarkets or gourmet stores. With the exception of very few speciality nut vendors, the taste and texture are disappointing to say the least.
Once you have done home-made cashews, you probably won't bother to try any of the ready cooked ones anymore. Though it may not mean savings, it is well worth the effort (not much actually)!
Purchase premium quality large size cashew nuts from nut shop, grocers that get supplies from reputable importers or health food stores.
Pour boiling water into cashew in a large pot. Give it a quick stir, ensuring that the nuts remain intact and are not broken. Leave to stand for 5 minutes. (Note : the water should just cover the nuts by 2 cm.)
Drain and repeat with another pot of hot water.
(Note : if this step is skipped and the nuts are baked or roast, it will take a much longer time cook the nuts and the results won't be as delicious)
Drain and transfer into an ovenproof pan. Spread it out evenly and sprinkle with salt.
Put the tray into a preheat oven of 150 degrees. After 15 minutes, stir the nuts and return to oven for another 15 minutes.
Turn the oven down to 120 degrees. Roast for another 90, during which the nuts should be checked and tossed at least 4 times.
When nuts look light golden colour, turn off the heat.
Remove from oven and sprinkle a little brown castor sugar. Mix well. Return to the oven and let it continue to absorb some residue heat and infuse the sugar.
(Note : do not roast the cashew nuts till it is brown as it will have a bitter and burnt taste)
Alternatively, the nuts can be deep-fried in oil. However, that would be a less healthy option. Moreover, you have to be very quick to avoid getting the nuts overly brown as they burnt quite easily.
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