Description
Deep-Fried Italian Pasta is a delightful twist on traditional pasta dishes, offering a crispy exterior and tender interior bursting with savory flavors. Perfect for parties or cozy nights in, these golden-brown bites are easy to make and sure to impress your friends and family. Serve them with marinara sauce or pesto for an unforgettable culinary experience that will leave everyone wanting more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups penne pasta
- 1 cup olive oil (for frying)
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning blend
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and let cool slightly.
- In a mixing bowl, toss the cooled pasta with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning blend until evenly coated.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Fry small batches of seasoned pasta in hot oil for 3-5 minutes or until golden brown, turning occasionally.
- Remove fried pasta using a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
- Serve hot with marinara sauce or pesto for dipping.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: - For extra flavor, add crushed red pepper flakes or fresh herbs to the seasoning mix. - Whole wheat or gluten-free pasta can be used as alternatives. - To keep leftovers crunchy, reheat in an oven instead of a microwave.