Description
Deliciously savory roasted pumpkin seeds coated with Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, melted butter, and seasoned salt. This easy recipe transforms leftover pumpkin seeds into a crunchy, protein-packed snack perfect for fall or anytime munching.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 2 cups raw, hulled pumpkin seeds
- 1 tbsp melted butter (preferably Kerrygold for rich flavor)
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder (freshly ground preferred)
- 1 tsp seasoned salt (optional but recommended)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 250°F (120°C). In a medium bowl, combine the raw, hulled pumpkin seeds with the melted butter, Worcestershire sauce, and garlic powder. Toss everything together vigorously to ensure the seeds are evenly coated. Make sure every seed has a good coating, as this is where the flavor develops.
- Spread and Season: Spread the coated pumpkin seeds in a single layer on a baking sheet for even cooking and crispiness. Sprinkle the seasoned salt evenly over the seeds at this point.
- Bake to Crisp: Bake the seeds for 1 hour and 30 minutes, stirring every 30 minutes to prevent burning and toasting uniformly. For extra flavor intensity, you can raise the oven temperature for the last 10 minutes, keeping a close eye to avoid burning. Bake until the seeds are golden brown and crunchy.
Notes
- Ensure pumpkin seeds are completely dry before seasoning to achieve crispy texture.
- Spread seeds in a single layer on the baking tray; overcrowding results in uneven roasting.
- Stir seeds halfway through baking for even toasting and to avoid burnt edges.
- Add Worcestershire sauce and butter mixture just before baking to prevent caramelization burn.
- Store cooled seeds in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
- Freeze seeds in a sealed bag or container for up to 3 months for longer storage.
- To refresh seeds that lose crunch, bake at 300°F (150°C) for about 5 minutes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: pumpkin seeds, roasted pumpkin seeds, savory snack, Worcestershire sauce, fall snack, healthy snack, roasted seeds
