Make Roasted Pistachios in 2 easy ways: on the stove or in the oven. Roasting pistachios accentuates their rich flavor to create a decadent snack, topping, or addition to baked goods.
Roasted pistachios are one of our new favorite snacks. We also love them on sweets, like baklava or yogurt, or with dinners, like pistachio pesto pasta or pistachio crusted salmon. But there are so many more possibilities. Grab a handful and let your roasted pistachios adventure begin!
Looking for other roasted nut recipes? Check out our roasted walnuts, roasted pecans, candied pecans, and toasted pine nuts.
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Why You'll Love Roasted Pistachios
- Taste - Roasting the pistachios amplifies their rich flavor.
- Texture - They are perfectly light and crunchy.
- Effort - Toasting pistachios is simple. Just throw the nuts in a pan or in the oven.
- Time - It takes just a few minutes to roast them.
Ingredients
- Raw pistachios - Raw unsalted pistachios have a uniquely nutty, earthy, and sweet flavor.
- Kosher or sea salt - Sprinkle the pistachios with a pinch of kosher salt to accentuate their rich flavor.
See recipe card for quantities.
Substitutions and Variations
- Herbs and seasoning - Add pepper or some of our favorite blends (use code PANTRY for discount).
- Sweet - Drizzle the pecans with maple syrup, brown sugar, honey or cinnamon to make these pistachios extra sweet.
- Spicy - Enjoy the pistachios with some cayenne pepper or chili powder for a spicy snack.
How to Roast Pistachios
Stovetop
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Then add the pistachios to the hot skillet and toast in a single layer. Do not overcrowd the pan. Cook the pistachios and stir frequently. Keep a close eye to ensure the pistachios do not burn. Cook until lightly browned and toasted, about 5-7 minutes. Then transfer to a plate in a single layer to cool and become crunchy. Season the pistachios with sea salt if desired and enjoy or store for future use.
Oven
- Heat oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Place the pistachios in a single layer on the baking sheet with space between them. Then place in the preheated oven and bake for 5-7 minutes. Remove from the oven and check on the nuts to ensure they don’t burn. If they need additional toasting, add the baking sheet back to the oven and continue to toast, checking every minute to ensure the nuts do not burn. Once the pistachios are lightly toasted, remove from the oven and allow to cool. Season the nuts with sea salt if desired and enjoy or store for future use.
Pro tip - If baking, be sure to spread your pistachios into a single layer so they cook evenly.
Storage
Store leftover toasted pistachios in an air-tight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 month for best results. You can also freeze them in a freezer bag for up to 3 months.
Roasting Tips
- Use fresh pistachios - Fresh pistachios have a brighter green color and more intense flavor than pistachios that are not fresh.
- Occasionally stir the pistachios if you are cooking them on the stovetop. This will ensure they don't burn.
- Let the pistachios cool completely before storing them. This prevents them from becoming soggy.
- Don't overcook the pistachios or they will be bitter and dry.
Recipe FAQs
Yes, you can buy roasted pistachios in many grocery stores and online. However, homemade roasted pistachios have the freshest flavor and only take a few minutes to make.
Yes, you can add them to pistachio pesto, pistachio crusted salmon, pistachio cookies, and other baked goods.
Yes, this recipe is just pistachios so there are no ingredients with gluten.
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📖 Recipe
Roasted Pistachios
Equipment
- 1 spatula
Ingredients
- 1 cup raw pistachios
- kosher or sea salt to taste
Instructions
Stovetop
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the pistachios to the hot skillet and toast in a single layer. Do not overcrowd the pan. Cook the pistachios and stir frequently. Keep a close eye to ensure the pistachios do not burn. Cook until lightly browned and toasted, about 5-7 minutes. Transfer to a plate in a single layer to cool and become crunchy. Season the pistachios with sea salt if desired and enjoy or store for future use.1 cup raw pistachios, kosher or sea salt
Oven
- Heat oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Place the pistachios in a single layer on the baking sheet with space between them. Place in the oven and bake for 5-7 minutes. Remove from the oven and check on the nuts to ensure they don’t burn. If they need additional toasting, add the baking sheet back to the oven and continue to toast, checking every minute to ensure the nuts do not burn. Once the pistachios are lightly toasted, remove from the oven and allow to cool. Season the nuts with sea salt if desired and enjoy or store for future use.1 cup raw pistachios, kosher or sea salt
Notes
- Refrigerate leftover toasted pistachios in an air-tight container for up to 1 month for best results. You can also freeze them in a freezer safe bag for up to 3 months.
- Use fresh pistachios. They have a brighter green color and more intense flavor than pistachios that are not fresh.
- If baking, be sure to spread your pistachios into a single layer so they cook evenly.
- If roasting on the stovetop, occasionally stir the pistachios to ensure they don't burn.
- Let the pistachios cool completely before storing them so they don't get soggy.
- Don't overcook the pistachios or they will become bitter and dry.
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