Creole-Seasoned Pumpkin Seeds

Name: Creole-Seasoned Pumpkin Seeds
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 2 cups
Ingredients: 2 cups pumpkin seeds; 2 teaspoons vegetable oil; 1 tablespoon Creole seasoning

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Ingredients (3)

2 cups pumpkin seeds
2 teaspoons vegetable oil
1 tablespoon Creole seasoning

Nutritional Information

Calories256
Fat22.7g
Saturated fat3.85g
Trans fat0.04g
Carbs5.09g
Fiber2.66g
Sugar0.62g
Protein13.07g
Cholesterol
Sodium3.21mg
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Roasted pumpkin seeds get a hint of the Big Easy with the addition of Creole seasoning.

What to buy: We used raw pumpkin seeds (a.k.a. pepitas) for this recipe. You can also use the seeds left over from carving a pumpkin or roasting squash. Just collect the seeds, rinse them in a strainer to remove the pulp, and thoroughly pat them dry. They may take a few minutes longer in the oven, depending on how fresh they are.

Game plan: The seeds are best fresh from the oven but will last up to 5 days stored at room temperature in an airtight container.

This recipe was featured as part of our 10 Ways to Spice Up Pumpkin Seeds photo gallery.

by CHOW Food Team

Instructions

Heat the oven to 375°F and arrange a rack in the middle. Toss 2 cups pumpkin seeds with 2 teaspoons vegetable oil. Roast on a baking sheet, stirring every 5 minutes, until seeds are aromatic, crisp, and browned, about 10 to 15 minutes. Remove from the oven, sprinkle with 1 tablespoon Creole seasoning, and toss to combine.

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