Crispy, golden-fried ravioli (also known as toasted ravioli) makes an easy and delicious appetizer.
Served best with marinara sauce from our sauces section.

Cooking time: 15 minutes
Yield: 5 servings
Category: Appetizers

Ingredients

  • 20 ounces cheese and meat ravioli (refrigerated or thawed)
  • 2 eggs (large)
  • 1⁄3 cup Milk
  • 1⁄2 cup flour
  • 2 cups italian-style breadcrumbs
  • 1⁄4 cup parmesan cheese (grated)
  • 1 tablespoon parsley (chopped)
  •   vegetable oil
  •   marinara sauce

Instructions

Set Up the Breading Station

  1. Place the flour in a shallow bowl (if using).
  2. Whisk together the eggs and milk in a second shallow bowl.
  3. Mix the Italian breadcrumbs and grated Parmesan cheese in a third shallow bowl.

 

Bread the Ravioli

  1. Take each ravioli and dip it first in the flour (shaking off any excess).
  2. Dip it thoroughly into the egg-and-milk wash.
  3. Roll it in the breadcrumb-Parmesan mixture, pressing gently so the crumbs stick completely, and set them in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet.

 

Heat the Oil:

  1. Pour 2 to 3 inches of oil into a deep pot, heavy-bottomed skillet, or cast-iron pan.
  2. Heat the oil to 350°F (175°C). 

 

Fry:

  1. Working in small batches of 6 to 8 so you don't overcrowd the pan, gently drop the ravioli into the hot oil.
  2. Fry for 3 to 4 minutes, turning halfway through, until deep golden brown and crispy.

 

Drain and Serve:

  1. Remove with a slotted spoon or spider and drain on a wire rack or paper towels.
  2. Sprinkle immediately with extra grated Parmesan and fresh parsley.
  3. Serve warm with warm marinara sauce sauce for dipping.