Serves 2
15 min
Alguashte (Salvadoran Pumpkin Seed Seasoning)
Recipe GLPR3c3b2bf88f78c2
A vibrant, nutty seasoning blend made from toasted pumpkin seeds ground with salt. This traditional Salvadoran condiment is dry, coarse, and ready to sprinkle over soups, vegetables, or grains for added texture and rich, earthy flavor. Quick to prepare and naturally gluten-free.
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Ingredients
½ cup Whole hull-on pumpkin seeds
2 teaspoons Kosher salt
Directions
Heat a dry skillet over medium heat. Add the pumpkin seeds and toast for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant and the seeds begin to pop slightly. Be careful not to burn them.
Transfer the toasted seeds to a mortar and pestle or spice grinder. Let cool for 1-2 minutes until safe to handle.
Grind the toasted seeds to a coarse, crumbly texture—not a fine powder. The seasoning should retain some texture with visible seed particles.
Add the kosher salt and mix until evenly distributed throughout the ground seeds.
Transfer to a small jar or container. Use immediately or store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
