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Tia and David's Deep-Fried Tortellini

Total Time
57 min
17m prep · 40m cook
Servings
4 people
Rating
Difficulty
Medium
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🥬 Vegetarian 🥜 Nut-Free ☪️ Halal ✡️ Kosher

My sister makes this delicious fried tortellini appetizer for many of our parties and family get-togethers. They can be made ahead of time and warmed up on a pizza tray just before serving. Serve with tomato sauce for dipping.

Ingredients

  • 1 , 16 ounce
  • 0.25 cups bread crumbs
  • 0.25 cups cornflake crumbs
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • dried parsley , to taste
  • oil for deep frying
  • 2 large eggs , lightly beaten

Instructions

  1. 1

    Cook tortellini according to package directions. Rinse under cool water and allow to cool slightly.

  2. 2

    Combine bread crumbs, cornflake crumbs, salt, pepper, and parsley in a large resealable plastic bag.

  3. 3

    Heat oil in a deep fryer or deep skillet over medium heat.

  4. 4

    Dip tortellini in egg and place in resealable bag in small batches. Shake to coat and set aside on a plate until the oil is hot.

  5. 5

    Deep-fry breaded tortellini in batches until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts

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