Chilli Pita Chips

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 190 degrees Celsius. Line two baking trays with parchment paper for easy cleanup.

   Tip: Using parchment paper prevents sticking and makes washing up much faster afterwards.

2. 2

   Cut each pita bread into 8 triangular pieces using a sharp knife, working from the centre outward like cutting a pizza.

   Tip: If your pita is too soft, pop it in the freezer for 5 minutes to make cutting easier.

3. 3

   Place all the pita triangles in a large bowl. Drizzle the olive oil and lime juice over them while gently tossing to coat everything evenly.

   Tip: Don't skip the lime juice as it adds brightness and helps the spices stick better.

4. 4

   In a small bowl, combine the chilli powder, garlic powder, paprika, sea salt, black pepper, and cumin. Mix thoroughly to distribute the spices evenly.

   Tip: Mixing your spice blend separately ensures every chip gets the same flavour.

5. 5

   Sprinkle the spice mixture over the oiled pita pieces and toss everything together until all pieces are well coated with the seasoning.

   Tip: Use your hands to toss so you can feel when all the chips are evenly covered.

6. 6

   Spread the seasoned pita chips in a single layer across both baking trays, making sure they don't overlap.

   Tip: Arranging them in one layer ensures they crisp up evenly rather than steaming.

7. 7

   Bake in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes, stirring the chips halfway through cooking time, until they're golden brown and completely crispy.

   Tip: Watch carefully during the last few minutes as they can brown quickly once they start crisping.

8. 8

   Remove from the oven and let the chips cool on the trays for 5 minutes before transferring to a serving bowl or airtight container.

   Tip: They'll continue to crisp up as they cool, so don't be alarmed if they seem slightly soft when first removed from the oven.