FRIED PROSCIUTTO TORTELLINI

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My take on Italian street food, these fried tortellini are crunchy, gooey good. For the sauce, use the best quality tomatoes you can find. -Angela Lemoine, Howell, New Jersey

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 45m

Yield about 3-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 large eggs
2 tablespoons 2% milk
2/3 cup seasoned bread crumbs
1 teaspoon garlic powder
2 tablespoons grated Pecorino Romano cheese
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon salt
Oil for frying
1 package (12 ounces) refrigerated prosciutto ricotta tortellini
TOMATO SAUCE:
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 tablespoons finely chopped onion
4 garlic cloves, coarsely chopped
1 can (15 ounces) tomato puree
1 tablespoon minced fresh basil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Additional minced fresh basil

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, whisk together eggs and milk. In another bowl, stir together the next 5 ingredients., In a cast-iron or other heavy skillet, heat 1/4 in. oil to 375°. Dip tortellini in egg mixture, then in bread crumb mixture to coat. Fry tortellini in batches, adding oil as necessary, until golden brown, 1-1/2 to 2 minutes on each side. Drain on paper towels., Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, cooking until softened. Stir in tomato puree, basil, salt and pepper; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 10 minutes. Sprinkle with minced fresh basil., Serve tortellini with tomato sauce for dipping.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 48 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 98mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

U M A I R - YT YT
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These tortellini were amazing! They were so easy to make and they turned out perfect. I will definitely be making them again.


Usman Sawada
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I made this recipe for my family and they loved it. The tortellini were crispy and flavorful, and the prosciutto added a nice salty flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


SM AKASH
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These tortellini were delicious! I served them with a side of marinara sauce and they were perfect.


Siviwe Sihele
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I'm not a big fan of tortellini, but I thought I'd give this recipe a try. I'm glad I did! The tortellini were crispy and flavorful, and the prosciutto added a nice touch. I'll definitely be making this again.


Precious Seshoka
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These tortellini were so easy to make and they turned out perfect. I served them with a side of marinara sauce and they were gone in minutes.


Msomi Mwema
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I was looking for a new way to make tortellini and this recipe did not disappoint. The prosciutto added a nice salty flavor and the frying made them crispy and delicious.


Sonja Simmonds
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These tortellini were amazing! They were so easy to make and they turned out perfect. I will definitely be making them again.


Md Rasil Khan
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I made this recipe for my family and they loved it. The tortellini were crispy and flavorful, and the prosciutto added a nice salty flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


Jessenia Constante
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These tortellini were delicious! I served them with a side of marinara sauce and they were perfect.


mezbha Mainuddin
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I'm not a big fan of tortellini, but I thought I'd give this recipe a try. I'm glad I did! The tortellini were crispy and flavorful, and the prosciutto added a nice touch. I'll definitely be making this again.


FF Gy
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These tortellini were so easy to make and they turned out perfect. I will definitely be making them again.


Dani Vazquez
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I was looking for a new way to make tortellini and this recipe did not disappoint. The prosciutto added a nice salty flavor and the frying made them crispy and delicious.


Lee Carson
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These tortellini were amazing! I made them for a party and they were gone in minutes. Everyone loved them.


Tanvir Anjum
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious. I usually add some extra garlic and red pepper flakes to give it a little kick.


Abeza Yihunie
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This recipe was a hit! The tortellini were crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, and the prosciutto added a delicious salty flavor. I served it with a side of marinara sauce and it was perfect.