Pasta chips??🫣​⁠@NickDiGiovanni ❤️

Ingredients

• 8 oz Penne Pasta (Dried, any short pasta shape works (rigatoni, farfalle))
• 1 Tbsp Kosher Salt (For seasoning the boiling water)
• 2 cup Vegetable Oil (High‑smoke‑point oil for deep frying)
• 1 tsp Fine Sea Salt (For final seasoning after frying)
• 1 cup Marinara Sauce (Store‑bought or homemade, for dipping)

Instructions

1. Boil Water

   Fill a large pot with 4‑5 quarts of water, add 1 Tbsp kosher salt, and bring to a rolling boil.

   Time: PT5M

2. Cook Pasta

   Add the 8 oz penne to the boiling water and cook until al dente, about 8 minutes (or according to package directions).

   Time: PT8M

3. Drain and Dry Pasta

   Drain the pasta in a colander, then spread it on a clean kitchen towel. Pat dry with another towel until the pieces feel dry to the touch.

   Time: PT5M

4. Heat Oil

   Pour 2 cups vegetable oil into the heavy‑bottomed pot and heat to 325°F (163°C) using a deep‑fry thermometer.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: 325°F

5. Fry Pasta

   Working in small batches, add a handful of dried pasta to the hot oil. Fry for 2‑3 minutes, stirring gently, until the pieces turn golden brown and crisp.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: 325°F

6. Season

   Using a slotted spoon, remove the fried pasta chips, place them on a paper‑towel‑lined plate, and sprinkle with 1 tsp fine sea salt while still hot.

   Time: PT1M

7. Serve

   Transfer the seasoned pasta chips to a serving bowl and accompany with 1 cup marinara sauce for dipping.

   Time: PT1M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

200

Protein

6 g

Carbohydrates

30 g

Fat

7 g

Fiber

2 g