Drying and Roasting Pumpkin Seeds
Many people are interested in how to roast pumpkin seeds during the fall months. Here are some tips from the National Center for Home Food Preservation:
Drying seeds and roasting seeds are two different steps.
- To dry: carefully wash pumpkin seeds to remove the clinging fibrous pumpkin tissue. Pumpkin seeds can be dried in a dehydrator at 115 to 120°F for 1 to 2 hours, or in an oven at 150ºF for 3 to 4 hours. Stir frequently to avoid scorching.
- To roast: toss dried pumpkin seeds with oil and your favorite seasonings such as salt, pepper, garlic or cumin. Roast in a preheated oven at 250°F for 10 to 15 minutes. Once cooled, place the roasted pumpkin seeds in a sealed container and store at room temperature.
Source:
Drying Pumpkin Seeds: National Center for Home Food Preservation
This article was reviewed and updated in 2020.
