Description
This recipe for Chili Lime Pepitas is a snack with quite a kick! With just five simple ingredients and ready in about 20 minutes, you’ll have this spicy, tangy and crunchy treat, perfect for cocktails or a party, ready in no time.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup pepitas
- 2 tsp. olive oil
- 2 tsp. maple syrup (optional)
- 2 tsp. lime juice, from 1 lime
- 2 tsp. chili powder, such as Aleppo, ancho or chipotle
- 1/2 tsp. lime zest, from 1 lime
- 1 pinch table salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 300°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Place pepitas on the parchment-lined baking sheet and drizzle with oil, maple syrup (if using) and lime juice and toss until well coated. Sprinkle with chili powder, lime zest and salt and gently stir to combine.
- Roast in oven until golden brown and toasted, 18-20 minutes, stirring halfway through. Remove from oven and cool at room temperature for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days. You can store them in the refrigerator or freezer for longer, though they won’t be as crispy.
- You can swap out the maple syrup for honey, agave, sugar or brown sugar. Or, leave the maple syrup out all together.
- Use your favorite type of chili powder.
- Prep Time: 2 min.
- Cook Time: 18 min.
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American