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Introduction
A simple recipe for crispy and delicious homemade pita chips that are perfect for snacking. With just 3 ingredients and 10 minutes in the oven, you can make these healthier and customizable chips at home.
Why I Love This Recipe
1. Healthier than Store-Bought: Control the amount of salt and oil that goes into your chips.
2. Endlessly Customizable: Switch up the seasonings to create different flavor combinations.
3. Baked, Not Fried: Fewer calories and no pot of bubbling oil to deal with.
4. Perfect Use for Leftover Pita: Use up leftover pita bread to make these delicious chips.
Key Ingredients
1. Pita Rounds: Use whole wheat pita bread for a fiber-rich and flavorful option.
2. Coconut Oil: Helps the seasonings stick to the bread and adds a rich flavor.
3. Kosher Salt: Add flavor and texture to your chips.
How to Make Homemade Pita Chips
1. Prep: Slice the pita into triangles.
2. Season: Brush with oil and sprinkle with salt and any desired seasonings.
3. Bake: Bake in the oven until golden brown and crispy.
4. Cool: Let the chips cool completely before serving.
Arman’s Recipe Tips
1. Don’t Line the Baking Sheet with Aluminum Foil: Use parchment paper instead to help the chips crisp up.
2. Air Fry the Chips: For a small batch, air fry the chips for 4-5 minutes.
3. Use Pita Pockets Specifically: Thicker and crunchier than regular pita bread.
Storage Instructions
1. Let the Chips Cool Completely: Before storing in an airtight container.
2. Store at Room Temperature: For up to 1 week.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Are Pita Chips Healthy?: Homemade pita chips can be a healthier option than store-bought.
2. Are These Gluten-Free?: Use gluten-free pita bread to make these chips gluten-free.
Ways to Use Homemade Chips
1. Paired with Your Favorite Dips: Like garlic yogurt sauce or hot honey sauce.
2. Use Them in Place of Croutons: In Caesar salad or steak salad.
3. Serve with High-Protein Soup: Or 4-ingredient potato soup.
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