Toasted Ravioli
Toasted ravioli is a delicious twist on the classic pasta dish, featuring crispy, breaded ravioli that are perfect for snacking or serving as an appetizer.
Ingredients
For the breading and frying
- 3 cups vegetable oil For frying
- 3 whole eggs Whisked with milk
- ¼ cup milk
- 1 cup Italian bread crumbs
- ¾ cup grated parmesan cheese For coating
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 10 ounces frozen or refrigerated ravioli
- to taste Marinara sauce For dipping
- to taste Fresh parsley or basil For garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- Fill a wide skillet with enough vegetable oil to a depth of 1 inch (about 3 cups) and heat it to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Sprinkle a bit of the dry mixture into the oil to test if it’s ready; if it sizzles and pops, it’s time to fry.
- In a shallow dish, whisk together the 3 whole eggs and ¼ cup milk until combined.
- In a large ziplock bag, combine ¾ cup parmesan cheese, 1 cup Italian bread crumbs, ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning, 1 teaspoon salt, and ½ teaspoon ground black pepper. Seal the bag and mix well.
- Take the ravioli and coat them in the egg mixture until fully covered. Shake off any excess egg mixture.
- Place the ravioli into the ziplock bag and shake until they are evenly coated with the dry mixture.
Cooking
- Carefully add the breaded ravioli to the hot oil in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan. Fry the ravioli for 1 minute on each side, then remove them to a paper towel-lined tray or plate to drain.
- Sprinkle fresh parsley or basil on top and serve warm with marinara sauce for dipping.
Notes
If you have any leftovers, let them cool completely and store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat using an oven or air fryer to restore crispy texture. For variations, consider using different flavored ravioli or dipping sauces.