Description
This Ultimate Toasted Ravioli recipe offers a crispy, cheesy delight perfect for a quick snack, appetizer, or hearty meal. Breaded and fried or baked to golden perfection, these ravioli feature a satisfying crunch paired with classic Italian flavors, served with marinara sauce for dipping.
Ingredients
Scale
Ravioli
- 24 pieces of frozen or fresh ravioli (cheese, spinach, or meat filling)
Breading
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (Panko for extra crunch)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ cup flour
- Salt and pepper to taste
Egg Wash
- 2 large eggs, beaten
Cooking
- Olive oil spray (or vegetable oil for frying)
Serving
- Marinara sauce (for dipping)
Instructions
- Prepare the Breading Station: Set up three shallow bowls with flour seasoned with salt and pepper, beaten eggs, and a mixture of breadcrumbs combined with grated Parmesan cheese.
- Coat the Ravioli: Dip each ravioli first into the flour, then the egg mixture, and finally into the breadcrumb and Parmesan blend, pressing gently to ensure the coating sticks. Place coated ravioli on a plate to set aside.
- Heat the Oil or Preheat Oven: For frying, heat 1 inch of vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat. For baking, preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly spray a baking sheet with olive oil.
- Cook the Ravioli: Fry the ravioli in batches for 2-3 minutes per side until golden and crisp, then drain on paper towels. If baking, arrange ravioli on the baking sheet, lightly spray with olive oil, and bake for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway through until crispy and golden.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve the toasted ravioli immediately with marinara sauce or your chosen dipping sauce for a deliciously crunchy and cheesy treat.
Notes
- Frying gives a traditional crispy texture, while baking offers a lighter alternative without compromising crunch.
- Add garlic powder or Italian seasoning to the breadcrumb mixture for extra flavor.
- For a gluten-free variation, use gluten-free ravioli and breadcrumbs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Keywords: toasted ravioli, crispy ravioli, fried ravioli, baked ravioli, Italian appetizer, cheesy snack, party food
