Sep 13th 2024
Whether you're looking for gluten-free angel hair pasta or keto-friendly low-carb angel hair pasta, It's Skinny fits the bill!
Light, delicate angel hair is truly a pasta favorite. Here’s why It’s Skinny Angel Hair shirataki noodles are one of our most popular shapes.
Angel hair is heavenly—thin, delicate, long strands of delicious pasta. In Italy, angel hair is sometimes called Capellini. It resembles spaghetti, but it’s much finer. No matter how you describe it, angel hair is quite delicious.
Unsurprisingly, this pasta has Italian roots. Capellini translates to "little hair." It came from Northern Italy—an area where thin pasta is a big part of traditional dishes. The light texture of the pasta makes it an ideal pairing with simple and delicate sauces. Capellini or angel hair was often used in brothy soups as well.
Angel hair goes very well with marinara, olive oil, butter, and lighter toppings. The thin noodles absorb flavors fast, for a perfect match with many dishes. It’s excellent with seafood-based pasta dishes like shrimp scampi, too. You may also see traditional angel hair served with herbs and vegetables.
Although angel hair pasta is a great starting point for many tasty Italian entrees (and dishes from around the world), it's hard to get past the grams of carbs that come from traditional pasta.
So, what's the difference between traditional angel hair pasta and shirataki pasta? The texture is similar. It’s Skinny absorbs the flavors of surrounding ingredients well. The difference between shirataki pasta and its traditional counterparts is all in the nutrition stats.
Traditional pasta has about 42 grams of carbohydrates and about 200 calories per serving. Despite its "light" texture, it's not exactly light in a dietary sense. Angel hair has as many carbs as any other type of pasta, and the traditional type is made from the same calorically dense ingredients.
Shirataki angel hair, on the other hand, has impressive stats that won't weigh you down. Are you ready for this? A pack of It’s Skinny Angel Hair Pasta has only 9 calories and ZERO NET CARBS!
How did we do it? Shirataki pasta is made from a special little ingredient called konjac. The Japanese konjac plant is similar to a radish or turnip. It’s a funny, round root that happens to be extremely high in satiating glucomannan fiber. This fiber helps keep your blood sugar levels steady, so there’s no carb crash and burn like you get with typical noodles.
Even better, because It’s Skinny is made from konjac flour, it's gluten-free and soy free. There's no added sugar in our low-carb pasta. It’s entirely plant-based and perfect for nearly any diet. Enjoy It's Skinny if you're vegan, vegetarian, following keto, Whole-30, or any special diets or low-carb meal plans.
Did we mention how EASY it is to cook It’s Skinny Pasta? There’s no need to boil water and toss noodles at the wall. It's Skinny is ready in 3-5 minutes. Simply open the pack of low-calorie noodles and add them to your other ingredients at the end of cooking time. They heat through in just a few moments and are ready to enjoy.
We offer It's Skinny Angel Hair in both organic and traditional varieties, so you always feel good about what you're eating. Each serving of our Angel Hair konjac noodles is satisfying, fast, and delicious.
Looking for some recipe ideas for your It’s Skinny Angel Hair? Here are a few of our favorites!
If you’re wondering what to make with your It’s Skinny Angel Hair, we’ve got you covered with some great ideas. Psst…here’s a secret: you can use any shape of It’s Skinny Pasta with any recipe. So if you happen to have It’s Skinny Fettuccine or Spaghetti, that works too.
Here are 10 of the recipes we feel make the best pairing with delicious angel hair.
Lemon, pinenuts, and basil come together for a light and delicious pesto sauce that happens to go perfectly with chicken and It’s Skinny Angel Hair. Even though this chicken pesto pasta recipe is packed with flavor, it’s not heavy. Enjoy it on a weeknight with a simple salad. It takes just a few minutes to whip together and pro-tip: this pesto is delicious on ANYTHING!
How about a simple vegetarian Asian dish? We took shirataki angel hair pasta on a trip through the garden. We added some eggs for protein and a light sauce that really pops! This low-carb vegetable low mein is better than takeout and feels restaurant-worthy. In just minutes, you can have something so delicious and satisfying you'll want to make it all the time! It's a great way to use up leftovers too.
Speaking of restaurant-worthy dishes, mussels may seem like something that's hard to prepare in your home kitchen…but au contraire! Once you explore this delicious, spicy mussels fra diavolo recipe, you'll realize that it's so easy! Mussels go especially well with angel hair; this dish is ready for a date night delight.
Craving a classic? Sometimes the simplest ingredients are really the most delicious. Here we perfectly roast tomatoes in the oven and then add some basil and plenty of parmesan cheese. It's a low-carb, guilt-free meal that tastes rich and indulgent.
This recipe is such an unexpected winner. Creamy coconut shrimp will transport you straight to a tropical beach vacation. A little Thai chili and basil add depth and a bit of heat to each perfect bite. If you’re feeling like you need some sunshine in a bowl, this is the one to try!
Eggplant parmesan is such a comfort food! The slices of eggplant add a meaty, satisfying texture to this dish, so you won’t even miss the meat! This low-carb eggplant parm hits all the flavor notes of your favorite Italian restaurant, but you won’t need to loosen your belt after you enjoy this dish! We keep it low-carb and guilt-free with It’s Skinny Angel Hair.
Craving something zesty and bright? Shirataki pasta lightens up ginger chicken for a flavorful noodle bowl. This healthy ginger chicken dish is perfect for busy evenings when you don't feel like spending a long time in the kitchen. It comes together fast, has lots of satisfying flavors, and a nice protein boost from the kicky ginger chicken.
Want something hearty? It doesn’t get more delicious than sausage and peppers! We combine this Italian pair with Angel Hair shirataki for a dish that just won’t quit. This is ready to take you back to Sunday dinners with the family. It’s a perfect recipe for a cold day (or any day when you need a comfort meal). Remember that there’s no guilt with It’s Skinny—even the richest dishes stay low-carb and keto-friendly.
How about a dish that makes you WANT to eat your veggies? We take broccoli and cheddar and make them even better with It’s Skinny Angel Hair. This broccoli cheddar pasta is creamy, green-hued, and unbelievably yummy. It's one that will bring out your inner kiddo at any age. Slurp up those cheese broccoli noodles, and enjoy!
Let’s go Greek! This yummy riff on the classic Greek spanakopita is the BEST way to get your spinach! Salty feta pairs with the leafy green, lemon, and dill in a bowl of absolute heaven. This is yet another example of how simple, fresh components come together for an unstoppable, satisfying dinner.
Ready to try the best shirataki angel hair? Order up a multi-pack of It’s Skinny Angel Hair or Organic It’s Skinny Angel Hair for an amazing dinner.
As we said before, the secret with It’s Skinny (besides the mind-blowing nutritional stats) is that you can enjoy any of the pasta shapes in any of our recipes. Explore our recipe database, where you'll find all sorts of ideas for delicious low-carb, low-calorie, and keto-friendly meals.
It’s our goal to help you stay on track and satisfy your pasta cravings. Deprivation is no way to live, and with It’s Skinny, you never have to deprive yourself of yummy noodles! Every day can be pasta day with It’s Skinny! It's the perfect addition to your diet!