PASTA CHIPS WITH SRIRACHA ESPUMA

If you don't have any leftover pasta, you must cook it in salted water, dry it well, and let it cool down completely. Subsequently, mix it with the olive oil and the spices.

Either bake the pasta in an air fryer at 200 °C for 10-15 minutes or in the oven at 200 °C top and bottom heat (fan oven 180 °C) for approx. 25 minutes. Important for the oven: spread the pasta well on the baking tray and do not layer it on top of each other. Turn once after approx. 10-15 minutes. The pasta is ready when it is golden brown and crispy. Better to bake a little longer than too short. Small pasta shapes like farfalle or penne work best.

Mix all ingredients well and pass them through a funnel and a sieve into a 0.5 L whipper. Pressurize the whipper with one whipper charger and shake vigorously about ten to twelve times.

Refrigerate the whipper for approximately 3 to 4 hours and shake vigorously several times again before serving.

Pasta chips with a spicy sriracha espuma are far more than just a creative way to use up leftovers. By transforming your leftover penne or farfalle into these ultra-crunchy snacks, you create a texture explosion that is perfectly complemented by the airy, spicy cream. Here you will find out which occasions this special combination is best suited for.

The perfect aperitif for guests
When receiving guests, pasta chips offer an original alternative to traditional potato chips or nuts. By preparing them in an air fryer or oven, they achieve a golden-brown color and an impressive crunchiness that pairs excellently with a chilled glass of white wine or a tart beer. The sriracha espuma, refined with honey and lime, adds an elegant touch to the whole experience.

A highlight for a sociable movie night
This combination is also ideal for a relaxed evening on the sofa. Since small pasta shapes like farfalle or penne work best, they are wonderful to enjoy as finger food. Because the espuma must be chilled for three to four hours before serving, you can easily make the preparations in the afternoon and only need to shake and serve briefly in the evening.

Creative side dish for BBQs or buffets
If you are planning a buffet or hosting a BBQ evening, you can set a modern accent with pasta chips. The mixture of garlic powder, paprika, and herb salt on the pasta harmonizes beautifully with grilled meat or vegetables. The heat of the sriracha sauce in the espuma provides the necessary kick, while the heavy cream gently cushions the intensity and ensures a creamy mouthfeel.

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