Roasted Pumpkin Seeds Recipe
Crunchy and flavorful roasted pumpkin seeds seasoned with garlic powder, black pepper, and salt, perfect for a nutritious snack or topping.
- Author: Elias
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Total Time: 25-30 minutes
- Yield: About 1½ cups roasted pumpkin seeds 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1½ cups pumpkin seeds
- 1½ tablespoons vegetable oil
- ¾ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper (optional)
- Clean the Seeds: Remove all of the pulp and strings from the pumpkin seeds. Lay the seeds out in a single layer on a clean towel and pat them dry thoroughly to prevent steaming during roasting.
- Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 350℉ (175℃) to prepare for roasting the pumpkin seeds evenly.
- Season the Seeds: Toss the dried pumpkin seeds with vegetable oil, salt, garlic powder, and black pepper until well coated for maximum flavor.
- Arrange for Roasting: Spread the seasoned seeds in a single layer on a baking pan to ensure even roasting without overcrowding.
- Roast the Seeds: Place the pan in the oven and roast for 15-20 minutes, stirring every 5 minutes to prevent burning and promote golden brown, crunchy seeds.
- Cool and Store: Remove the pan from the oven and allow the seeds to cool completely before transferring them into an airtight container to maintain freshness.
Notes
- Make sure the pumpkin seeds are thoroughly dried before roasting to get a crispy texture.
- You can adjust the seasoning to your taste or try other spices like smoked paprika or cayenne for a kick.
- Roast times may vary slightly depending on your oven; watch closely toward the end to prevent burning.
- Store roasted seeds in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
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