Roasted Pumpkin Seeds
Pumpkin seeds are also called “Magaj” or “Magaz” in India and are highly nutritious.
These seeds are one of the ingredients in the parsi favorite “Vasanu”.

Ingredients
1 cup roasted pumpkin seeds
1/4 tsp Salt
1/4 tsp Turmeric powder
1/4 tsp Paprika
1 Lemon
Method
Mix the pumpkin seeds with paprika, turmeric powder and salt.
Taste and serve with lemon juice squeezed on top.


Megala
Dec 12, 2019, 3:48 amLove this healthy home-made snacks.
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Sep 9, 2026, 10:12 pmThank you for the recipe. How long do we roast in the oven and at what temperature
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Sep 9, 2026, 10:36 pmHi Yasmin, I roast the pumpkin seeds in an air fryer 350 degrees or non-stick pan for 3 minutes or till light brown. Watch carefully since they can burn!
Add spices later.
Rita