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PUMPKIN SEEDS

1 Pumpkin 1/2 Fresh Lime Turmeric Ground Chili Pepper Salt PREPARATIONS: 1- Cut the pumpkin and spoon out the brain/seeds out into a small bowl. 2- Wash the brain and separate the seeds. 3- Shake and strain the seeds thoroughly. DIRECTIONS: 1- Place the pumpkin seeds in a pot. 2- Add turmeric, ground chili pepper, salt. 3- Squeeze half of a fresh lime into the pot. 4- Add enough boiling water to cover up the seeds and stir. 5- Boil the pot for 10 minutes. 6- Heat a frying pan over medium heat. 7- Using a strainer, Transfer the seeds from the pot into the pan, keep stirring. 8- Continue the heat while constantly stirring until the seeds are completely grilled and dry. Keep the seeds in a room temperature for a few days before serving.

PUMPKIN SEEDS CALORIES & NUTRITION VALUES

Pumpkin Seeds are excellent source of magnesium and zinc. They're also very high in manganese and phosphorus. Pumpkin seeds have valuable amounts of anti-viral and anti-fungal components. Zinc is an essential element to body's immune system health. Pumpkin seeds may reduce the symptoms of menopause in women. The high amounts of magnesium in pumpkin seeds can help with bone formation and absorbance of calcium. They can also be very helpful in preventing cardiovascular diseases. 3.5 oz (100g) of pumpkin seeds has 444 calories and 335 calories from fat.