Last year I decided to make sure there wasn't any waste from our Halloween pumpkins. If you're usually one that scoops out the insides straight into the bin, then you really should try this easy method for roasting the seeds.
I made it up. And, if I do say so myself, they taste pretty dam
fabulous. Give it a go yourself;
what you need
Pumpkin seeds, scooped from pumpkin, drained in colander to
remove the left over skin.
Splash of oil
Seasoning
Splash of oil
Seasoning
how to do it
Pre heat oven to 200degrees.
Once you've given the seeds a good wash & removed most of
the skin. (Don't worry if there's still a few strands hanging on though) add
seeds to a frying pan with a splash of oil. Medium heat for a few mins. Stir
continuously. You're just getting things started with this. So take them off
just as they start changing colour.
Transfer seeds from pan to a baking tray with a little oil
rubbed all over. Spread out to a single layer, then sprinkle over seasoning of
your choice. I chose a little bit of garlic salt & paprika.
Pop in oven for 10-15 minutes. (Check on them after 10 minutes
and again every few mins after that because they change very quickly!) Then
take them out when they're browned. If you're not sure take them out and try
one. You'll know when they're done.
I'm so chuffed with the result. A perfect little snack to dip
into.
