Toasted Sunflower and pumpkin seeds

Fiona Staunton • February 26, 2019

These are a great healthy eating snack I often offer in my cooking classes!

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Toasted Pumpkin and sunflower seeds


Ingredients:

1 cup sunflower seeds

1 cup pumpkin seeds

1 tbsp. tamari/Bragg liquid aminos


Method:

1. Soak seeds in water for approx. 1 hr.

2. Rinse and drain seeds.

3. Place in a dry pan on the hob over a medium heat for approx. 10-15 mins until all the water has evaporated and seeds are crunchy.

4. Alternatively, place in an oven at 180°C, on a flat tray for 10-15 mins until dried through.

5. Sprinkle with 1-2tbsp tamari.


Variations: If you don’t have time to soak the seeds, just simply rinse and toast.

Serving suggestions : serve in a bowl and allow people to nibble away! Package in small containers for snacks on the go or for lunch boxes.


Storage: Allow to cool completely and store in an airtight container for up to three weeks if they last that long!

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