Spicy & Sweet Pepitas
⏱️ Times:
| Preparation | Cook | Total |
|---|---|---|
| 5 mins | 10 mins | 15 mins |
🔖 Description:
Looking to add a tantalizing twist to your snacking routine? Look no further than these Spicy & Sweet Pepitas! Pepitas, those delightful raw, hulled pumpkin seeds, take center stage in this recipe, offering a crunchy, flavorful treat that’s not only perfect for munching on its own but also serves as a fabulous addition to salads for that extra pop of texture and taste.
🍽️ Recipe Category:
Lunch/Snacks
🔍 Keywords:
High Protein, High In…, < 15 Mins
📋 Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
🔢 Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 813
- Fat: 63.3g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 2036.8mg
- Carbohydrates: 38.7g
- Fiber: 6g
- Sugar: 13.4g
- Protein: 37.8g
🍽️ Yield:
1/2 Cup
📝 Instructions:
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Heat Things Up:
- Lightly oil a large skillet over medium heat.
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Sizzle the Seeds:
- Add the pepitas to the skillet, and stir them constantly for several minutes. Keep an eye on them until they brown slightly and start to pop.
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Sauce Sensation:
- Stir in your sauce of choice, ensuring the seeds are lightly coated in all that deliciousness.
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Sweet Drizzle:
- Drizzle the honey over the seeds, and sprinkle in either the black pepper or the cayenne pepper (or both, if you’re feeling extra adventurous!). Adjust the seasonings to suit your taste buds.
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Keep Stirring:
- Continue to stir the seeds while cooking until the liquid has evaporated, and the seeds are nicely coated with the spicy-sweet goodness.
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Cool & Crisp:
- Remove the seeds from the pan, and spread them out onto a baking sheet to cool. This helps them crisp up beautifully.
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Store & Enjoy:
- Once cooled, transfer your Spicy & Sweet Pepitas to an airtight container. They’ll stay crunchy and flavorful for days, though they’re usually devoured much quicker than that!
These Spicy & Sweet Pepitas are a delightful blend of crunchy, spicy, and sweet flavors, making them an irresistible snack for any occasion. Whether you’re munching on them solo or sprinkling them over salads for that extra oomph, these little gems are sure to be a hit! 🌶️🍯 Enjoy the addictive crunch and bold flavors of these homemade pepitas—it’s a snack-time game changer! 🎉
