Fried bowtie pasta is a simple, crispy and delicious way to spice up a bowl of dip. They're the perfect bite-size tasty surprise that are coated in parmesan crusted breadcrumbs and Creole seasoning for a crunchy snack.
The first time I came across these tasty little morsels at Copelands of New Orleans, a famous chain of restaurants in Louisiana.
They serve these with a yummy spinach artichoke dip. I wanted to make these to go with my Crawfish Dip though, they're perfect for any favorite dip.
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- How to store leftovers
- Mel's kitchen notes
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What makes this recipe so yummy
- They're easy to make and use your regular pantry staples so should be easy to whip up at any time.
- You can use up your leftover pasta any time and make this crispy snack.
- It's fun snack ideas that can be made for any party. Any time you would normally use tortilla chips, you can use these as a great snack.
Groceries you'll need: Ingredients
See recipe card at the bottom of this post for quantities.
Fried Pasta Recipe Instructions
This is an overview of the recipe steps. For more detailed instructions visit the recipe card at the bottom of this post.
Hint: Make sure to fry in batches so that the temperature of the oil doesn't drop too much, also it ensures the cooked pasta doesn't stick together while frying.
Recipe variations and substitute ideas
- Seasoned Breadcrumbs - instead of plain bread crumbs you could use Italian seasoning type.
- Sour Cream - use sour cream in place of the heavy cream for a deeper flavor.
- Black Pepper - try adding to the seasoning.
- Italian Dressing - Instead of a cream and egg mixture to dredge try using Italian dressing instead.
- Taco Seasoning - give these bow ties a Mexican flavor and use Taco seasoning instead.
- Olive oil - make a little healthier by shallow frying in olive oil.
- Cream Cheese - soften cream cheese and mix with a little milk instead of the cream and egg.
- Red pepper flakes - if you like some heat add red pepper flakes to the crumb.
- Sesame Seeds - add sesame seeds to the breadcrumbs.
- Spicy Creole Seasoning - you can get this seasoning in a more bold, spicy flavor.
- Fresh Herbs - add your favorite to the crumbs.
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Necessary gear: Equipment
I use my Dutch Oven for frying, as it can be a nice even heat. It's great for frying. You could use an electric fryer though if you prefer.
I have some affiliate links in the recipe card below, for the equipment I used to make this fried bowtie pasta recipe
How to store leftovers
Store in an airtight container with a little paper towel to avoid moisture, store in the refrigerator. To reheat, I have found best results using an air fryer. Or you could use an oven at a high temperature for a few minutes.
Mel's kitchen notes
Don't forget about this fried pasta recipe when you have leftover pasta. It works great for any shape pasta (maybe except spaghetti).
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Frequently asked questions: FAQs
Definitely. As long as they're cooked first they fry beautifully.
Similar to this recipe, prepare the pasta exactly the same as the cooking process above. Heat your air fryer to 400°F, spray the basket with cooking spray first then spray the coated noodles a little. Air fry for 5 minutes for perfect little air fryer pasta chips.
You could offer a dipping sauce, like a marinara sauce or pasta sauce. Or a dip like spinach dip, cheese dip, or my favorite - a crawfish dip.
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Ingredients
- 16 Ounces Bowtie Pasta
- ½ Cup All Purpose Flour
- 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
- ½ teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 2 Each Large Eggs
- ½ Cup Heavy Whipping Cream
- 2 Cups Plain Breadcrumbs
- 3 Tablespoons Creole Seasoning
- 1 Cup Parmesan Cheese
- Canola Oil
Instructions
- Add pasta to boiling water, cook for 8-10 minutes (until al dente) then drain.16 Ounces Bowtie Pasta
- Place on a tray with paper towels and pat until all bowties are dry.
- In a large bowl add the dry bowtie pasta and add the flour, onion powder and garlic powder. Mix well so all bowties are coated evenly.½ Cup All Purpose Flour, 1 teaspoon Onion Powder, ½ teaspoon Garlic Powder
- In two large mixing bowls, add the eggs and cream to one and the breadcrumbs, parmesan and seasoning to the other. Mix both bowls well.2 Each Large Eggs, ½ Cup Heavy Whipping Cream, 2 Cups Plain Breadcrumbs, 3 Tablespoons Creole Seasoning, 1 Cup Parmesan Cheese
- First pass the bowtie pasta through the cream mixture then coat in the breadcrumb mixture.
- Heat the cooking oil to 350°F and fry the bowties in batches. Each batch will only need about 3 minutes of cooking time each.Canola Oil
- Remove from the hot oil and place on a tray lined with paper towels to drain.
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