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Pepitas

 
Pepitas
pepitas
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Other Names:pumpkin seeds

What is Pepitas

[peh-PEE-tah]Pepitas are pumpkin seeds. Sometimes the word refers to the inside kernel of the pumpkin seed but can also be the entire un-hulled seed. Pepitas are popular in Mexico and they are typically toasted and eaten as a snack. They are also the key ingredient in "pipian" a type of mole [moh-LAY].Read more about pepitas

Substitute for Pepitas

Squash seeds, sunflower seeds
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Nutrition Information For Pepitas

Serving Size
1 cup
 
Calories
747
Calories from Fat
567
 
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 63g
100%
Saturated Fat 12g
20%
Cholesterol 0mg
0%
Sodium 25mg
0%
Potassium
1114g
30%
Total Carbohydrate 25g
10%
Dietary Fiber 5g
20%
Sugars 1g
Protein 34g
70%
 
Vitamin A  0% • Vitamin C  0%
Calcium  0% • Iron  0%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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