When eating foods like pumpkin, it is common to remove its seeds and discard them in the trash. However, did you know that it is possible to produce delicious and tasty snacks with pumpkin seeds in a very practical way? Want to know more? Continue reading the article and we will explain it to you!
In addition to the taste when roasted, pumpkin seeds have a number of properties that make the food functional. Its properties range from weight loss, to preventing aging and anti-inflammatory action for joints and muscles.
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Thus, using pumpkin seeds can provide health benefits and, at the same time, be an economical snack alternative for lunches during the weekends. But, remember, it is important to dry and roast them beforehand, as consumption of the seed in natura can cause digestive problems and even poisoning. Check below the step by step on how to dry and roast pumpkin seeds to consume as a snack.
Step by step to prepare roasted pumpkin seed snacks
To prepare the snacks, you will need the following ingredients:
- 1 cup (tea) raw pumpkin seeds;
- Salt and black pepper to taste.
Method of preparation
- Scoop out the pumpkin seeds with a spoon. Then wash them in running water with the aid of a sieve;
- Let the seeds dry on a paper towel or a clean dish towel for 24 hours;
- Season with salt, as well as kingdom pepper to taste or seasoning of your choice;
- Place a sheet of parchment paper over a small form and add the seeds;
- Take to the oven at medium temperature (180 degrees) until they change their color. If necessary, stir the mold so that all sides of the seed brown completely;
- Remove from the oven and serve immediately.
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