Step 1

Pre-heat the oven to 120° C / 250° F (or 100° C / 210° F on a fan setting) and line a large baking tray with baking paper.

Step 2

If using whole almonds, hold each almond between your fingers and using a sharp knife, cut it in half lengthwise.

Step 3

Combine soy sauce, oil, maple syrup, tomato paste and smoked paprika in a medium bowl. Whisk together.

Step 4

Add almonds and stir well to coat.

Step 5

Spread the almonds on the prepared tray in a single layer. Bake for 15 minutes.

Step 6

After 15 minutes, give almonds a good stir and return to the oven for another 10-15 minutes. Carry on baking until almonds look more or less dry.

Step 7

Take the tray out of the oven and let almonds cool - they will appear soft initially but will crisp up when cold. They are best freshly made but can be stored in a air-tight jar for a week or so.