Fried Pasta

This Fried Pasta dish transforms leftover boiled pasta into a crispy, savory delight. The noodles are pan-fried until golden and crunchy, then tossed with succulent prawns, aromatic garlic, and fresh chilli. A splash of vegetable stock adds depth and moisture, creating a rich sauce that coats every bite. Finished with fresh flat-leaf parsley and a squeeze of lemon, this dish balances crispy textures with tender seafood. It is a quick, satisfying meal perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. Simple to prepare with pantry staples, it offers a creative twist on traditional Italian flavors.

Cooking Method: Boiling, Frying, Stewing

Cuisine: Italian

Courses: Main Courses

Difficulty: Intermediate

Servings: 4

Calories: 253.8

Description

This Fried Pasta dish transforms leftover boiled pasta into a crispy, savory delight. The noodles are pan-fried until golden and crunchy, then tossed with succulent prawns, aromatic garlic, and fresh chilli. A splash of vegetable stock adds depth and moisture, creating a rich sauce that coats every bite. Finished with fresh flat-leaf parsley and a squeeze of lemon, this dish balances crispy textures with tender seafood. It is a quick, satisfying meal perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. Simple to prepare with pantry staples, it offers a creative twist on traditional Italian flavors.

Ingredients

1 cups Boiling water
2 Large vegetable stock cubes
10 Minutes or until tender. Drain.
2 Meanwhile, heat oil in a
2 Minutes or until prawns curl

Directions

1
Cook pasta in a large saucepan of boiling, salted water until tender, then drain well.
2
Heat oil in a frying pan over moderately high heat.
3
Add onion to the pan; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until soft.
4
Add chilli and garlic; cook and stir for 30 seconds or until fragrant.
5
Add prawns; cook and stir for 3 minutes or until they curl.
6
Add the drained pasta to the pan and fry until golden and crispy.
7
Add the boiling water and crumbled stock cubes.
8
Bring to the boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 2 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
9
Remove from heat and stir through chopped flat-leaf parsley.
10
Serve immediately with lemon wedges.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4 servings

Amount Per Serving
Calories 253.8kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 25.3g39%
Saturated Fat 3.8g19%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 0.2mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 6.2g3%
Dietary Fiber 0.5g2%
Sugars 0.1g
Protein 1.2g3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

For best texture, ensure the pasta is well-drained and slightly cooled before frying to help it crisp up in the pan.

If you do not have leftover pasta, undercook fresh pasta by 2 minutes before frying to prevent it from becoming mushy.

You can substitute prawns with chicken or tofu for a different protein variation.

Adjust the amount of chilli to suit your preferred spice level.

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