Crispy Parmesan Fried Tortellini

Crispy, cheese-fried tortellini is sprinkled with parmesan cheese and served with a hearty marinara sauce. This dish is the perfect easy appetizer for a party.

Course Appetizer

Cuisine Italian

Keyword cheese tortellini, fried tortellini, parmesan fried tortellini

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 2

Calories 1034kcal

Author Beth Pierce

Ingredients

1 package 9 ounce cheese tortellini
2/3 cup flour
2 large eggs
1 1/2 cups Panko bread crumbs
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/3 cup finely grated fresh Parmesan cheese
Vegetable oil for frying
Marinara sauce

Instructions

Cook the tortellini in boiling water until al dente and drain well.
Place flour in a shallow bowl or plastic Ziploc bag.
Beat eggs in a shallow bowl.
In a small bowl mix together bread crumbs, oregano, basil, garlic powder, onion powder, and Parmesan cheese.
Working in small batches, coat cooked tortellini with flour. Dip in beaten eggs and then in the breadcrumb mixture.
In a large skillet, heat the oil to 365 degrees. Working in batches, fry the tortellini for about two minutes or until golden brown, flipping halfway through. Drain on paper towels. Serve with warmed marinara.

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