Spicy Garlic Pumpkin Seed Crunch: A Dance of Flavor

Dancing Pepitas (Toasted Pumpkin Seeds)

🕒 Cook Time: 3 minutes
🕒 Prep Time: 1 minute
🕒 Total Time: 4 minutes

🥘 Description:
Mom’s recipe for these delightful pepitas, reminiscent of teen parties and Halloween gatherings, offers a lighter, less spicy twist on the classic. Seasoned with garlic, kosher salt, ground cumin, paprika, and a hint of cayenne pepper, they’re perfect for snacking anytime, anywhere. The name may evoke images of critters, but fear not, these crunchy bites are a savory delight.

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🍽️ Recipe Category: Lunch/Snacks
🔑 Keywords: High Protein, High In…, Savory, Camping, < 15 Mins, Beginner Cook, Stir Fry, Easy

Nutritional Information (Per Serving):

• Calories: 412
• Fat: 36.5g
• Saturated Fat: 6.2g
• Cholesterol: 0mg
• Sodium: 879.6mg
• Carbohydrates: 9g
• Fiber: 4.4g
• Sugar: 1.1g
• Protein: 20g

Ingredients:

• 1 clove garlic
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
• 1/2 cup pumpkin seeds (pepitas)

Instructions:

1. Heat a Cast Iron Skillet: Place a cast iron skillet over medium heat and allow it to warm up.

2. Infuse Oil with Garlic: Add oil to the skillet and toss in the clove of garlic. Allow the garlic to sizzle and release its aroma, infusing the oil with flavor.

3. Remove Garlic: Once the garlic begins to lightly brown, remove it from the skillet and discard it, or repurpose it by mashing with butter to spread on bread for extra flavor.

4. Add Pepitas: Into the infused oil, add the pumpkin seeds (pepitas), stirring or shaking the skillet to ensure they’re evenly coated with the oil.

5. Watch Them Dance: As the pepitas heat up, they’ll start to pop and dance in the skillet, a sign they’re toasting nicely.

6. Season and Toss: Once most of the pepitas have popped (this typically takes just a minute or so), turn off the heat and sprinkle the seasonings over the pepitas. Toss them in the skillet to evenly coat them with the flavorful seasoning blend.

7. Serve: To make them easier to enjoy, consider serving the pepitas in tiny muffin cups, each holding about a tablespoon. This way, you can simply pour them into your mouth without making a mess.

These Dancing Pepitas are a quick, flavorful snack perfect for any occasion. Enjoy the crunchy goodness and savor the memories of parties past with every bite! 🎉