Toasted Pumpkin Seeds

Toasted Pumpkin Seeds

Toasted Pumpkin Seeds

Ingredients: 

3 cups pumpkin seeds from fresh pumpkin, rinsed
3 teaspoons salt or to taste + extra
2-3 tablespoons olive oil
2 teaspoons smoked paprika 

Method: 

1. Place a pot with 8-10 cups water over medium heat. Add 3 teaspoons salt and pumpkin seeds into it.
2. Bring to the boil. Simmer for 10 minutes. Drain and place on paper towels for 30 minutes.
3. Transfer the seeds in a bowl. Add oil, some more salt to taste and paprika and toss well. Transfer into the air fryer basket.
9. Place the basket in the air fryer.
4. Bake in a preheated air fryer at 350°F for about 35 minutes or until crisp and light brown. Shake the basket frequently so that it does not get burnt.
5. Cool completely and transfer into an airtight container.