Pumpkin Seeds in Hindi (कद्दू के बीज): How to Eat, Raw vs Roasted & Nutrition

Pumpkin seeds are called kaddu ke beej (कद्दू के बीज) in Hindi. The flat green kernels you buy are hulled pumpkin seeds, also called pepitas. In other Indian languages you will hear poosani vidhai (Tamil) and gummadi ginjalu (Telugu). Here is how to eat pumpkin seeds, raw versus roasted, how much to have, and what they contain.

How to eat pumpkin seeds

• As a snack: a small handful on their own, or mixed with almonds and raisins.
• Toasted at home: dry-roast raw kernels in a pan for 3–4 minutes on low heat, stirring, until they puff and turn golden.
• On food: sprinkle on salads, raita, poha, upma, oats and soups.
• In sweets: add to chikki, laddoos and trail mixes.

Raw vs roasted pumpkin seeds

We sell both: Pumpkin Seeds (raw, hulled) and Pumpkin Seeds Roasted.

How many pumpkin seeds per day?

A common serving is about 28 g (a small handful, roughly a quarter cup). They are calorie-dense, so measure your portion rather than eating from the pack.

Pumpkin seeds nutrition per 100g

Pumpkin seeds are high in protein and fibre and contain magnesium, zinc and iron. Plain, unsalted pumpkin seed kernels are low in sodium (7 mg per 100 g); diets low in sodium may help in reducing the risk of high blood pressure. Enjoy them as part of a healthy, balanced diet.

How to store pumpkin seeds

Keep them in an airtight container in a cool, dry place; in hot or humid months, the fridge keeps them crisp for longer.

Frequently asked questions

What are pumpkin seeds called in Hindi?

Kaddu ke beej (कद्दू के बीज).

Kaddu ke beej khane ke fayde kya hain?

Per 100 g, kaddu ke beej give 30.2 g protein, 6 g fibre and 592 mg magnesium, plus zinc and iron (USDA). They are high in protein and fibre; have them as part of a balanced diet.

What is kaddu ke beej in English?

Kaddu ke beej are pumpkin seeds in English; the hulled green kernels are also called pepitas.

What are pepitas?

Pepitas are hulled pumpkin seeds — the green kernel without the white shell.

Can I eat the white pumpkin seed shell?

Whole roasted pumpkin seeds with shells are edible but fibrous; most people prefer hulled kernels.

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Nutrition figures: USDA FoodData Central (per 100 g unless stated). This article is general information, not medical advice; if you have a health condition, follow your doctor's advice.