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Toasted Tortellini Bites

Crispy exterior and a soft cheesy interior, these toasted tortellini bites will make a great appetizer for all your Holiday parties.
Course Appetizer
Cuisine Italian
Keyword toasted tortellini bites
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 6 servings
Calories 149kcal
Author Maria Doss

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Bring a medium pot of water to boil. Add tortellini and let cook until it floats on top (2-3 minutes). Drain and let cool.
  • Prepare a breading station
    – Place all purpose flour in one bowl.
    – Into a second bowl, beat 2 eggs and 1 tablespoon water with fork, until mixed well.
    – Into a third bowl, stir breadcrumbs, parmesan, Italian seasoning, salt and red pepper flakes together, until thoroughly combined.
  • Toss each tortellini in flour, then dip in beaten egg (turn to coat on all sides) and toss with parmesan-breadcrumb mixture. Place all prepared tortellinis on a plate.
  • Pour vegetable oil into a pan up to 2-inches deep. Heat until moderately hot (about 350 degrress F) over medium heat.
  • Deep fry tortellini (in batches) for about 3 minutes, until deep golden on all sides. Place on a paper towel lined plate.
  • Serve hot with marinara sauce for dipping.

Notes

For make ahead option – blanch tortellini, drain, cool and store in refrigerator for up to 2 days. Deep fry just before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 Serving | Calories: 149kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 62mg | Sodium: 460mg | Potassium: 77mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 157IU | Vitamin C: 0.01mg | Calcium: 114mg | Iron: 2mg