Ingredients
Pumpkin Seed Preparation
- 2 cups fresh pumpkin seeds, cleaned of pulp
- 4 cups water
- 2 tbsp sea salt
Spice Mixture
- 1.5 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 0.5 tsp cayenne pepper Adjust for spice preference
- 0.5 tsp garlic powder
- 0.5 tsp cumin
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
Method
Preparation
- Rinse the pumpkin seeds in a colander under cold water, rubbing them together to remove the stringy pulp.
- In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water and 2 tablespoons of salt to a boil.
- Add the seeds to the boiling water and let them simmer for 10 minutes.
- After 10 minutes, drain the seeds and pat them thoroughly dry with a clean kitchen towel.
Mixing and Roasting
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, cumin, and brown sugar.
- Toss the dried seeds into this mixture until they are evenly coated.
- Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C).
- Spread the seeds in a single layer on a parchment-lined rimmed baking sheet.
- Roast in the oven for 40 to 50 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes, until the seeds are fragrant, deep golden brown, and crunchy.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 9gProtein: 8gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 290mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1g
Notes
Ensure seeds are thoroughly dried before roasting to avoid sogginess. Feel free to adjust spice levels to taste, adding more cayenne for extra heat or experimenting with different spices and herbs for new flavor profiles.
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