7 Frying Mistakes Everyone Makes
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Covering the Finished Product
Once drained, you should never cover fried foods. Doing so will create moisture, turning the crust soft and wet and eliminating that crispy "fried" feel. Instead, once fried, place the food on paper towels to remove excess oil, then lightly season with salt. Serve immediately. It's not advisable to prepare fried foods in advance, as the texture and taste won't be the same.
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CRISPY FRIED PASTA DIPPERS
Cook bow-tie pasta for 8 minutes. Combine grated Parmesan with garlic, and Italian and curry spices.
Fry the pasta for two minutes on each side and mix into the cheese and spice combination.