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Roasted Pumpkin Seeds

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Transform fresh pumpkin seeds into a perfectly crunchy, savory, and spiced snack with this easy recipe. A delicious way to enjoy fall!

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups raw pumpkin seeds
  • 2 teaspoons fine sea salt plus more for serving
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon curry powder
  • 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. Fill a medium saucepan with approximately 2 cups of water.
  4. Add about 2 teaspoons of salt to the water.
  5. Place the saucepan over medium-high heat.
  6. Bring the salted water to a boil.
  7. Scoop the seeds from a fresh pumpkin into a bowl filled with cold water.
  8. Stir the seeds in cold water until they are clean and begin to float.
  9. Discard any bad or tiny seeds.
  10. Add the cleaned seeds to the boiling water.
  11. Reduce the heat to medium.
  12. Simmer the seeds for 5 minutes.
  13. Drain the pumpkin seeds in a colander.
  14. Discard any remaining flesh attached to the seeds.
  15. Scatter the seeds onto clean dishcloths or paper towels.
  16. Pat the seeds VERY dry.
  17. Place the thoroughly dried seeds onto the prepared baking sheet.
  18. Add the olive oil to the seeds.
  19. Add the chili powder, garlic powder, curry powder, cayenne pepper, and cinnamon to the seeds.
  20. Toss well to combine all ingredients.
  21. Spread the seeds out in a single layer on the baking sheet.
  22. Bake in the preheated oven for 15 to 25 minutes.
  23. Stir the seeds once or twice during baking.
  24. Continue baking until the seeds are fragrant, crunchy, and golden around the edges.
  25. Remove from oven.
  26. Sprinkle immediately with more fine salt if desired.
  27. Let the roasted pumpkin seeds cool before serving.

Notes

Ensure seeds are thoroughly dry after boiling for the crispiest results.
Boiling in salted water seasons the seeds from the inside out.
Spread seeds in a single layer to ensure even roasting and prevent steaming.
Adjust spices to your preference; a little more cayenne adds a nice kick.

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