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Toasted Ravioli

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Crunchy and cheesy toasted ravioli, a delightful finger food that’s easy to prepare and perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 16 oz frozen ravioli (cheese or meat-filled) Tortellini or larger stuffed pastas will work too.
  • 1 cup Italian-style breadcrumbs Store-bought or homemade from stale bread.
  • 2 tsp Italian seasoning Or use 1½ tsp dried oregano + ½ tsp dried basil.
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese For finishing.
  • 1 cup marinara sauce For dipping or drizzling.
  • 4 cups neutral oil for frying Vegetable or canola.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Remove the ravioli from the freezer. Pat lightly with paper towels to remove any ice crystals.
  2. In a shallow bowl, combine breadcrumbs and Italian seasoning. Taste and add a little salt if needed.
  3. Press each frozen ravioli into the breadcrumb mix, covering both sides firmly.
Cooking
  1. Pour oil into a medium pot to a depth of about 1½ inches and heat to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Fry ravioli 4–6 at a time for 2–3 minutes, turning once, until golden brown.
  3. Transfer to a paper-towel-lined tray and sprinkle with grated Parmesan while hot.
Serving
  1. Arrange on a platter with warm marinara for dunking.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g

Notes

For a crispy crust, dry ravioli and optionally use beaten egg for better crumb adhesion. Can be baked instead of fried.
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