Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups raw cleaned whole pumpkin seeds
- ½ cup Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon hot pepper sauce (such as Tabasco®)
- 1 tablespoon bacon grease
- ¾ tablespoon liquid smoke flavoring
- 1 ½ tablespoons cayenne pepper, or to taste
- 1 tablespoon garlic salt
- salt to taste
What Makes This Recipe Unique
Kitchen Advice
- Toss the seeds in a bit of oil and your favorite seasonings for extra flavor.
- Roast at a moderate temperature, around 300°F (150°C), to avoid burning and get an even crunch.
Step 1
Put the pumpkin seeds into a container with a lid, then add the Worcestershire sauce, hot pepper sauce, bacon grease, and a bit of liquid smoke. Give it a good mix, seal the container, and let it sit in the fridge overnight so the flavors really soak in.
Step 2
When you’re ready to cook, preheat your oven’s broiler and position the rack about 6 inches from the heat. Use a slotted spoon to scoop the seeds out of the marinade and into a bowl. Sprinkle in the cayenne pepper and garlic salt, then toss everything together until the seeds are nicely coated.
Step 3
Spread the seeds out in a single layer on a baking sheet and sprinkle a little extra salt on top. Pop the tray under the broiler and roast the seeds until they’re golden and toasted, which should take around 8 minutes. Make sure to stir or flip them a couple of times while they cook so they toast evenly.
Step 4
Once done, let the seeds cool to room temperature before digging in. They’re perfect for snacking or adding a crunchy topping to salads!
