Description
This recipe for Lime Chili Pumpkin Seeds offers a flavorful and crunchy snack, combining the natural nuttiness of raw pepitas with a tangy lime twist and a hint of spicy chili seasoning. Roasted to perfection in the oven, these seeds are lightly sweetened with maple syrup and seasoned with Tajin and cayenne pepper for an irresistible blend of sweet, salty, and spicy notes.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 1 cup (140g) raw pepitas (hulled pumpkin seeds, plump and clean)
- 2 tbsp (30ml) maple syrup
- 1 tbsp (15ml) fresh lime juice (freshly squeezed preferred for best flavor)
- 2 tsp (6g) Tajin (chili-lime seasoning blend)
- ¼ tsp (1.5g) fine sea salt
- â…› tsp (0.5g) cayenne pepper (optional, adjust to taste)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C). This moderate temperature ensures the pepitas roast evenly for a crunchy texture without burning.
- Prepare Baking Sheet: Line a rimmed baking sheet with unbleached parchment paper. This prevents sticking and makes cleanup easier.
- Mix Ingredients: In a small mixing bowl, combine the raw pepitas, maple syrup, fresh lime juice, Tajin, sea salt, and cayenne pepper if using. Stir thoroughly to coat every seed evenly with the mixture.
- Spread Seeds: Transfer the coated pepitas onto the prepared baking sheet. Spread them out in a single, even layer to promote uniform roasting.
- Roast Pepitas: Roast the pepitas in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes. Halfway through, stir the seeds to prevent burning and ensure even browning.
- Cool Seeds: Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the pepitas cool on the pan for about 10 minutes. Cooling on the pan helps the pepitas become crispier.
Notes
- Adjust cayenne pepper to your preferred level of spiciness or omit for a milder flavor.
- Use freshly squeezed lime juice for the best fresh and vibrant taste.
- Store cooled pumpkin seeds in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
- Ensure even roasting by stirring seeds halfway through cooking.
- Unbleached parchment paper helps prevent sticking and keeps the baking sheet clean.
