Concentrated essence
Recall that when dealing with fresh pumpkins at home, the usual procedures are as follows: cutting - taking out seeds - cutting into pieces - washing - cooking... That bunch of pumpkin seeds mixed with melon pulp, most of the time, were thrown away directly. It's a pity to think about it.
Although pumpkin seeds have gradually been replaced by popular new stars such as summer magnolia, cashew nuts, and pistachios in the essential dried fruit plate for families during holidays, as the seeds of mature pumpkins, pumpkin seeds are indeed a good thing. Research has shown that pumpkin seeds are rich in essential fatty acids, amino acids, phytosterols, minerals, vitamins, and polysaccharides, which can reduce low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (commonly known as bad cholesterol). In addition, they also have the effects of relieving blood pressure and repelling insects. [2]
According to the Chinese Food Composition List, pumpkin seeds belong to the category of nut foods, with a protein content of up to 33.2g/100g, which is 1.6 times that of lean pork. However, due to the high calorie content, it is recommended not to eat too much at once. It is recommended to eat 10g per day. If it's pumpkin seeds with shells, you can eat about 100 of them just right. [1]
When dealing with pumpkins the next time, the extracted pumpkin seeds can be easily cleaned and dried in a well ventilated place. They can be used as snacks during the evening drama. Not only does it have nutrients, but it has not undergone the precise processing of seasonings, making it purely natural and healthier~
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