FRIED CHEESE RAVIOLI

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Be sure to make enough of these crispy, coated ravioli. They're bound to be the hit of your party. The golden-brown pillows are easy to pick up and dip in tomatoey sauce. -Kate Dampier, Quail Valley, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 35m

Yield about 3-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 package (9 ounces) refrigerated cheese ravioli
2 eggs
2 cups seasoned bread crumbs
1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
3 teaspoons dried basil
1/2 cup canola oil, divided
Additional shredded Parmesan cheese, optional
1 cup marinara sauce or meatless spaghetti sauce, warmed

Steps:

  • Cook ravioli according to package directions; drain and pat dry. In a shallow bowl, lightly beat the eggs. In another shallow bowl, combine the bread crumbs, cheese and basil. Dip ravioli in eggs, then in bread crumb mixture. , In a large skillet or deep-fat fryer, heat 1/4 cup oil over medium heat. Fry ravioli in batches for 30-60 seconds on each side or until golden brown and crispy; drain on paper towels. Halfway through frying, replace the oil; wipe out skillet with paper towels if necessary. , Sprinkle with additional cheese if desired. Serve with marinara sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 37 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 7mg cholesterol, Sodium 80mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

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