Spicy Pumpkin Seeds
Canada
Ingredients:
| Qty | Unit | Ingredient | ||
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| 2 | cups | Pumpkin Seeds | ||
| 3 | cups | Water » cold |
Water
Water, the essence of life, is a transparent, tasteless, and odorless liquid that covers about 71% of the Earth's surface. Its neutral flavor allows other ingredients to shine while enhancing...
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| 1 | tablespoon | Salt |
Salt
Salt - pronounced 'sawlt', is a finely ground mineral made of sodium chloride used as an essential everyday seasoning. It chemically balances acidity, suppresses bitterness to heighten sweetness, acts as...
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| 1 | teaspoon | Chili Powder | ||
| 1/4 | teaspoon | Ground Cumin | ||
| 1/4 | teaspoon | Cayenne Pepper |
Cayenne Pepper
Cayenne pepper is a type of chili pepper used to add heat and flavor to dishes. It's named after the city of Cayenne in French Guiana.
They're long, thin, and often... |
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| 1/8 | teaspoon | Ground Cinnamon | ||
| 1/8 | teaspoon | Garlic Powder |
Garlic Powder
Garlic powder is a popular seasoning made from dehydrated garlic cloves that are ground into a fine powder. This flexible spice offers a milder, less pungent taste compared to fresh...
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| 1/8 | teaspoon | Cocoa Powder |
Cocoa Powder
Cocoa powder - pronounced 'KOH-koh POW-der' is made by crushing cocoa beans and removing the fat or cocoa butter. What's left is dried and ground into a fine powder. It's...
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| Prep Time | Process Time | Overall Time |
|---|---|---|
| 15 Minutes | 1 Hour | 1 hour 15 minutes |
Directions:
Preheat oven to 300Β°F / 150Β°C / Gas Mark 2
1. Scoop all the seeds out of a fresh pumpkin.
2. Place seeds in colander and rinse thoroughly under cold running water. Remove any pumpkin strings and pulp that cling to the seeds.
3. Measure the amount of seeds you have. For each 2 cups of pumpkin seeds, combine the above ingredients in a sauce pan.
4. Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat, stirring constantly until the salt is dissolved.
5. Reduce the heat to low, partially cover the pan, and simmer the seeds for 30 minutes.
6. Drain seeds well and spread them in a single layer on an ungreased baking sheet.
7. Roast them in a preheated 300Β°F oven for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the seeds are crisp but not burned.
8. Transfer the spiced seeds to a bowl to cool completely.
9. Store in an airtight container or plastic bag.
10. Be sure to label and date your container.
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