Description
These Parmesan Fried Tortellini are a crispy, cheesy delight that make for a perfect appetizer or snack. The tender cheese-filled tortellini are coated in a crunchy breadcrumb and Parmesan mixture, then fried to golden perfection. Serve them hot with marinara sauce for a truly delicious treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Tortellini:
- 1 (9-ounce) package refrigerated cheese tortellini
Breading:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1 cup Italian-style breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Other:
- Vegetable oil, for frying
- Marinara sauce, for serving
Instructions
- Cook the Tortellini: Cook tortellini according to package directions, then drain and let cool.
- Prepare Breading: Place flour in one shallow bowl. In a second bowl, whisk together eggs and milk. In a third bowl, combine breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning.
- Coat Tortellini: Dredge each tortellini in flour, then dip in the egg mixture, and finally coat with the breadcrumb mixture.
- Fry Tortellini: Heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat. Fry tortellini in batches for 2–3 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
- Drain and Serve: Remove fried tortellini and drain on paper towels. Serve hot with marinara sauce for dipping.
Notes
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snack
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Parmesan Fried Tortellini, Fried Cheese Tortellini, Crispy Tortellini
