Roast pumpkin seeds - It's that easy

Looking for a new way to use pumpkin seeds? Then you should roast pumpkin seeds! It's that simple and here's what you need to keep in mind.

Pumpkin seeds are delicious and healthy. They contain many nutrients that benefit your health, such as magnesium, zinc, iron, protein and fiber.

Roasted pumpkin seeds also taste great! You can eat them plain or add them to salads or other dishes. Here's how you can roast pumpkin seeds to make them perfect every time!

And we've got some delicious recipes for inspiration, too - like our spicy recipe for roasted pumpkin seeds with chili and lime that will make your mouth water just reading it.

So read on if you want to learn more about roasting pumpkins at home with these simple steps... and enjoy all the benefits of healthy foods like these delicious roasted pumpkin seeds.

Learn our step-by-step guide to roasting pumpkin seeds at home here now!

Do you like pumpkin seeds? Who doesn't, right? They are crunchy and delicious. If you like eating them, why not try roasting them yourself instead of buying them ready-made from the store? It's very easy to do at home.

All you need is a pumpkin, a spoon, some oil, salt and pepper for seasoning, a baking dish or a baking sheet lined with foil. Grab your favorite spices and let's go!

How can I detach the fibers from the cores?

I have 3 important steps that should help you remove the fibers easily. These steps are simple and do not take much time.

1. Remove most of the kernels from the mixture. In a bowl or in the sink, knead the remaining seeds with the fibers attached to them until they come off.
2. Collect the seeds that float on the surface. Place them on one half of a clean tea towel.
3. Rub the seeds with the rest of the cloth to remove any last fibers.

If you have the opportunity and time, you can also spread the seeds and fibers out overnight in a warm, dry place to help them separate.

How to dry pumpkin seeds?

You can spread your pumpkin seeds on a baking sheet and let them air dry. This works well on warm summer days, in the fall it usually does not work out.

But pumpkin seeds also dry on the radiator. Depending on the amount and humidity, it takes 1-2 days.

The most economical method is to dry pumpkin seeds in the dehydrator. Take 50 ° and let the device run overnight.

The seeds also dry in the oven. Set it to the lowest temperature and leave the oven door slightly open. The moisture can now easily escape.

Try these pumpkin recipes

Pumpkin chickpea fritters

Mega fluffy pumpkin rolls

Vegan pumpkin soup with apple

Can I eat pumpkin seeds with shell?

Yes. Pumpkin seeds do not need to be shelled before roasting or eating. When snacking, you can then decide for yourself. In principle, you can eat pumpkin seeds, but some varieties have a somewhat hard and tough shell.

Since it is worth removing them before nibbling. This works quite well with the teeth. So with most pumpkin seeds you don't have to remove the shell, you can just eat it along.

If you want to shell pumpkin seeds before roasting, there are two tricks. However, even with these tricks it is very tedious.

• Option 1: Fry the very fresh kernels briefly in a pan so that they are not so slippery. Now cut them at the thickest point with scissors and break them apart with your thumb.
• Option 2: Alternatively, you can roll over the shell with a rolling pin so that the seeds pop open slightly. Now you can remove them with your fingernails.

How to roast pumpkin seeds in the oven?

It's very easy to roast pumpkin seeds! All you need are a few ingredients and an oven. The method for roasting pumpkin seeds works best with very freshly dried seeds. This way the snack will have the most flavor later.

For one baking sheet you need:

• 200 g cleaned pumpkin seeds
• 2 tablespoons sunflower oil
• 3 tablespoons of spices to taste such as chili, paprika, garlic powder, salt, bell pepper, herbs. I prefer to use my secret spice mixture for fries salt.

Instructions roast pumpkin seeds

Roasting pumpkin seeds is as easy as pie! In total, four steps are necessary for this.

The first step is to preheat your oven to 180 degrees Celsius. The next step is to prepare your pumpkin seeds by washing them thoroughly. When washing, make sure that there are no pieces of pumpkin left on the seeds.

The third step is the most important: drying the pumpkin seeds. You must dry them before you roast them, otherwise they will be wet and mushy as soon as they come out of the oven.

To dry them, you just need to lay out a few sheets of kitchen paper and spread the seeds on them. Then put another layer of paper on top and press them down so that they dry well.

The fourth step is roasting the pumpkin seeds. Mix your dried pumpkin seeds with sunflower oil, spices or herbs. Roast them in a preheated oven at 180 degrees Celsius for 10-20 minutes.

And they are ready! Roasted pumpkin seeds are especially delicious when spicy.

Can you roast pumpkin seeds in a pan?

Of course, the seeds can also be roasted in the pan. For this, they must first be dried. It is important that you use a coated pan for roasting pumpkin seeds, in which the seeds do not burn easily.

You don't need fat for the roasting itself, as the seeds are naturally very high in fat.

• Turn the stove top to medium heat.
• Add the seeds to the pan.
• Keep swirling the kernels or stirring with a spatula so they don't burn.
• You only need to wait a few minutes until the pumpkin seeds are done roasting. Once they are evenly browned, turn off the heat and remove the seeds from the pan.

If you want, you can watch it again here in this video:

Delicious ideas for marinating the seeds

If you're short on ideas for marinades, you've come to the right place. Try these combinations:

• Lime and chili
• Sugar and salt
• Garlic powder and paprika powder
• honey and mustard (omit or greatly reduce oil)
• Oregano and parmesan
• Sesame oil and curry
• Honey and salt
• Butter and Cinnamon*

What is the shelf life of roasted pumpkin seeds? Can I freeze them?

Roasted pumpkin seeds that have been stored in an airtight container should keep for a month. If you haven't stored them properly, they can spoil within a week. Roasted pumpkin seeds also freeze well, but lose crunchiness.

Roasted, salted and dried pumpkin seeds can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 months.

Why are self-roasted pumpkin seeds healthy?

Pumpkin seeds are healthy because they contain many good fats, proteins, vitamins (A, E and K) and minerals (potassium, calcium, magnesium). Roasted pumpkin seeds can also help you avoid the unhealthy high salt content of store-bought chips.

The seeds contain an essential amino acid called tryptophan, which is converted in the body into serotonin - a mood-boosting hormone that helps manage stress.

For the gentlemen among us, the high content of beta-sitosterol, a diuretic and anti-inflammatory ingredient, in pumpkin seeds helps relieve symptoms of benign prostate enlargement.

L-arginine promotes blood circulation and is therefore used in medications to improve blood flow. Phytosterols have a positive influence on hereditary baldness.

Phenolic glycosides and phytosterols can prevent cystitis.

Omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids can help protect the heart and lower blood pressure.

Here again the short version for the recipe for those who are in a hurry:

Our conclusion

The seeds from pumpkins do not belong in the trash, but on the plate! Roasting pumpkin seeds is very simple and tastes incredibly delicious. Try it out. Making your own roasted pumpkin seeds is anything but complicated. Moreover, they are a very healthy snack.

Have fun trying it out!

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