# Fried Pasta Dishes DudeFoods Created a Spinach and Ricotta Cannelloni That's Also Deep Fried By Alyson Wyers | Published 2015-02-26 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spinach-and-ricotta-cannelloni References: [dudefoods](http://dudefoods.com/deep-fried-ricotta-and-spinach-stuffed-cannelloni/) If you are craving something savory and can't choose between something deep fried or spinach and ricotta cannelloni, Nick Chipman of the DudeFoods blog has a solution for you. His deep fried stuffed cannelloni can be replicated at home if you, too, have a deep fryer. The stuffed noodles are otherwise pretty healthy, as they contain ricotta, which is a lower fat cheese, and spinach, a great dark green vegetable. A different dish entirely than a [bean-based cannellini](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fava-bean-pasta) or cannoli dessert, the spinach and ricotta cannelloni is for those looking to branch out with their Italian cuisine. Described as "sort of like an amped up awesome version of [mozzarella sticks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mozza-fritto)," the deep fried dish is easily customizable. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.6/10 - Popularity: 7% | Activity: 2% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Fried Pasta:** The rise of fried pasta dishes presents an opportunity for innovative experimentation with classic Italian cuisine. - **Deep Fried Variations:** The deep frying of popular dishes presents an opportunity for creative twists that enhance the original flavors and textures. - **Healthy Deep Fried Dishes:** The development of healthier, deep fried dishes provides opportunities to create indulgent meals with nutritious ingredients. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Foodservice:** The foodservice industry can benefit from incorporating deep fried pasta dishes with unique flavors and textures to their menus. - **Frozen Food:** The frozen food industry can capitalize on the popularity of deep fried pasta dishes by creating more convenient, frozen options for consumers. - **Italian Cuisine:** The Italian cuisine industry can create new and exciting dishes to revitalize classic recipes with the trend towards deep fried pasta dishes. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Savory Stuffed Pasta Dishes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/noodles-company-stuffed-pasta.md) - [Stuffed Frozen Pastas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stuffed-frozen-pasta.md) - [Hybrid Ricotta-Filled Pastas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spinach-ricotta-raviolini.md) - [Snackable Pasta Chips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snoods.md) - [Satisfying Rolled Pasta Dishes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fazolis-lasagna-rolls.md) - [Protein Ricotta Desserts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cannoli-dip.md) - [Cheesesteak-Stuffed Ravioli Pastas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/philly-cheesesteak-ravioli.md) - [Chocolate Ravioli Desserts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chocolate-ravioli.md) - [Baked Tortellini Pastas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/creamy-tortellini-bake.md)