Fried Tortellini
Fried Tortellini
Prep Time15 minutes mins
Cook Time10 minutes mins
Total Time25 minutes mins
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: appetizer, tortellini
Servings: 4
- 1 20 oz package refrigerated tortellini
- vegetable oil for frying (enough oil to have 1/4-1/2 inch in the pan.)
- 2 cups Panko bread crumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup flour
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning blend
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- marinara sauce for dipping
Prepare tortellini according to package directions.
Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Place flour in a large bowl. Set aside. Mix together Panko, Parmesan, Italian seasonings and garlic powder in a large bowl. Place beaten eggs in a bowl.
In batches, cover tortellini in flour then dip into eggs and then coat in Panko mixture.
Add tortellini to the skillet, about 10 at a time, and cook until golden. Place on a paper towel lined plate.
Serve with marinara, ranch, or creamy tomato sauce.
Calories: 117kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 87mg | Sodium: 128mg | Potassium: 47mg | Vitamin A: 175IU | Calcium: 82mg | Iron: 1.2mg