Crispy Parmesan Tortellinis
Get ready to elevate your appetizer game with these irresistibly crispy Parmesan tortellinis! Featuring tender cheese-filled tortellini coated in a savory blend of breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning, then fried to golden perfection, this recipe delivers the ultimate bite-sized treat. With just 15 minutes of prep time, these crunchy, flavorful morsels are surprisingly easy to make and pair beautifully with a side of marinara sauce for dipping. Whether you're hosting a gathering, preparing game day snacks, or craving a unique twist on pasta, these crispy tortellinis are guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser. Perfectly golden, satisfyingly crunchy, and loaded with Italian-inspired flavors, this recipe will quickly become a favorite in your kitchen!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 450 g Cheese tortellini (fresh or refrigerated)
- 2 large Eggs
- 60 g All-purpose flour
- 120 g Breadcrumbs (plain or Italian-style)
- 60 g Grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp Garlic powder
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
- 475 ml Vegetable oil (for frying)
- 240 ml Marinara sauce (for serving, optional)
Instructions
Cook the tortellini according to the package instructions, then drain and spread them on a tray lined with paper towels to cool and dry completely.
In a shallow bowl, whisk the eggs until fully combined. Set aside.
Place the flour in a separate shallow bowl. Set aside.
In a third shallow bowl, combine the breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
Dredge each tortellini in the flour, shaking off any excess, then dip it into the whisked eggs, and finally coat it in the breadcrumb mixture. Press lightly to adhere the coating. Repeat until all tortellinis are breaded.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large, deep skillet over medium-high heat until it reaches 180°C (350°F). If you don’t have a thermometer, test by dropping a small piece of bread into the oil; it should sizzle and turn golden in about 1 minute.
Working in batches, add the breaded tortellinis to the hot oil and fry for 2–3 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and crispy. Avoid overcrowding the skillet.
Using a slotted spoon, transfer the fried tortellinis to a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.
Serve the crispy tortellinis warm with marinara sauce for dipping, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1678 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 137.8 g | 177% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.7 g | 129% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 142 mg | 47% | |
| Sodium | 1429 mg | 62% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 96.1 g | 35% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.9 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.6 g | ||
| Protein | 28.8 g | 58% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 398 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 4.9 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 464 mg | 10% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
