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Stir-Frying Your Leftover Pasta Is The Best Method To Bring It Back To Life
By Alia Ali
When you store your leftover pasta in the fridge, it tends to dehydrate slightly, so stir-frying the pasta is the best method to bring it back to life.
Stir-frying is preferred over microwaving since the heat is more evenly distributed. Aglio olio or shorter tube pasta, like penne or rigatoni, benefits most from this method.
Stir-frying works best for undressed or lightly dressed pasta, so remember to store your leftover noodles and sauce separately.
Start by heating your preferred cooking oil in a pan, then add protein, vegetables, and aromatics. Once everything is cooked, add the leftover cooked pasta and any sauces.
Crumble some cheese on the pasta before serving for a unique pasta dish. For more inspiration, substitute your stir-fried pasta for noodles in dishes like pork lo mein or yakisoba.