My boyfriend recently came across Arnotts Shapes delicious Chilli and Lime Flavour Sensations while on a work training course when they were offered up as one of the many snacks between breaks. He loved them so much that after the course he went to the shop and brought a box home. I’m embarrassed to say the combination of chilli and lime was so addictive we polished off the box in no time! I loved the flavour combination, but wanted a healthier version of this deliciously addictive snack.
Having made Lebanese bread salad a number of times I knew how wonderfully cripsy pita bread becomes when baked, so I decided to try infusing it with chilli and lime as well as a little paprika and turning them into Pita Chips. The result was delicious, healthier than the original and gives you the option to tweak flavours to your liking.
These Pita Chips would be perfect for a party, when you have friends over for a drink, or when you just want something delicious to nibble on. Even better you can have fun creating your own Pita Chip flavour combinations.
Lime, Chilli and Smoked Paprika Pita Chips
Ingredients:
- 2 wholemeal pita
- juice & zest of 1 lime – if your lime isn’t particularly juicy you may want to use 2
- 1/2 teaspoon of chilli powder
- 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika
- a pinch of salt
- 2 teaspoon of olive oil
Method:
- Preheat oven 175 degrees Celsius (350 Fahrenheit).
- Tear or cut the pita bread into pieces and combine in a bowl with the lime zest and juice, chilli powder, paprika, salt and olive oil. Toss well to ensure the pita bread is coated.
- Spread out on a baking sheet lined with baking paper and bake 15 to 20 minutes, turning the pita chips halfway through.
- Allow to cool before serving.
Kulsum says
August 28, 2011 at 6:46 pmI love snacking on pita bread – one of my favorite things and when spiced with chili, lime and paprika I know I'll call it dinner!
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mai says
May 23, 2011 at 11:53 pmI’m so making these next time. YUM! thanks for the recipe.
pearlsandprose says
May 20, 2011 at 3:40 amI love chili and lime, so will definitely try these.
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[email protected] Foodie says
May 14, 2011 at 6:44 amWhat a great idea! I never buy chips but I could definitely make these at home – they sound delicious!
Stephanie says
May 14, 2011 at 2:10 amYour chips sound so good! Lime and chili are a great combination and it's so awesome that you made these healthier than normal chips.
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Nadia says
May 13, 2011 at 2:52 pmThis is so cool and easy! I miss my chips sometimes and this looks like the perfect alternative, thank you! 🙂
Sherilyn says
May 13, 2011 at 1:48 pmcertainly healthier than the standard and I am certain much yummier
Sherilyn says
May 13, 2011 at 1:48 pmcertainly healthier than the standard and I am certain much yummier
Lisa @ Tarte du Jour says
May 13, 2011 at 4:26 amGood for you… making a better version of the chip! It sounds addicting and yet your version is much healthier! You are very talented!
Karly says
May 13, 2011 at 4:00 amThese might be good for a party, but I think I'll just make them for myself. They look too good to share!
Tanvi says
May 13, 2011 at 3:30 amThat would be the most addictive chips around with chilli & lime.Love these.
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Shumaila says
May 13, 2011 at 2:32 amLime and chilli are a wonderful combo and these pita chips look great! Thanks for sharing!
Rivki Locker says
May 13, 2011 at 12:21 amI have been buying pita chips lately. These look WONDERFUL. Homemade is always such an improvement. Thanks for sharing.
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[email protected] says
May 13, 2011 at 12:02 amWhat a great recipe! I love pita chips, and this flavor sounds delicious.
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[email protected] says
May 12, 2011 at 8:42 pmI make my own pita chips too, but I've never thought of this combination. Will give it a try next time!
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Heidi - Apples Under My Bed says
May 12, 2011 at 4:18 pmThese look fantastic! I make something similar with mountain bread and dukkah. Yummmmm.
Heidi xo
sukaina says
May 12, 2011 at 3:47 pmLime and chilli?! I'm in. Tese look like a great snack idea. I make a lot of baked pita for salads too so will have to give this a go next time.
Debbie says
May 12, 2011 at 2:57 pmThey look yummy I think I'll have to give them a try. I love the combination of lime & chilli.
delicieux says
May 12, 2011 at 3:53 pmHi Debbie 😀 Hope you enjoy them 🙂 I hope you aren't freezing too much down there. It's unseasonably cold here today!
Trudy~Veggienumnum says
May 12, 2011 at 2:06 pmYum! These look so morish and ah lime & chilli, an awesome combination of flavours!! They demand to be eaten in huge crunchy mouthfuls 🙂
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CC11 says
May 12, 2011 at 1:35 pmI have actually been buyng flavoured pita crisps, really should make my own considering how great yours turned out – yum!
Dressed and Eaten says
May 12, 2011 at 1:23 pmGreat recipe! Will be definitely trying this. Healthy chips = heaven.
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