Crispy Sweet Fusilli Honey Twist Snack
Crispy Sweet Fusilli Honey Twist Snack
Recipe for Making Honey Twist-Style Pasta Snacks from Leftover Fusilli
After making cold pasta, I decided to use the leftover fusilli to create the trendy ‘honey twist’ snack! This recipe transforms leftover pasta into a delightful, crunchy, and sweet treat.
Ingredients- 1 cup fusilli pasta
- 2 Tbsp olive oil
- 2 Tbsp honey
- 2 pinches salt
- A little cinnamon powder
- 1/2 Tbsp sesame seeds
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Bring a pot of water to a rolling boil. Add 1 cup of fusilli pasta and cook for about 10 minutes, or until ‘al dente’ (slightly firm to the bite), potentially a minute or two longer than package directions for a chewier texture. Drain the pasta thoroughly and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process. Pat the pasta completely dry with paper towels; this is crucial for achieving maximum crispiness and preventing sogginess.
Step 2
In a bowl, combine the dried fusilli pasta with 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Toss well to ensure each piece of pasta is evenly coated. The olive oil acts as a base, helping the pasta crisp up beautifully in the air fryer and allowing the subsequent seasonings to adhere properly.
Step 3
Preheat your air fryer to 200°C (400°F). Spread the olive oil-coated fusilli in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Air fry for approximately 20 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy. Midway through cooking (around 10 minutes), give the pasta a good shake or stir to ensure even browning and crisping on all sides. Adjust cooking time as needed based on your air fryer’s performance.
Step 4
Once the fusilli is perfectly crisp, transfer it to a clean bowl. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons of honey, add 2 pinches of salt, sprinkle with a little cinnamon powder (adjust to your preference), and add 1/2 tablespoon of sesame seeds. Gently toss everything together until well combined. Your delicious and crispy fusilli honey twist snacks are ready to be enjoyed! They are wonderful served warm or cooled.
