Description
Air Fryer Ravioli is a quick and healthier twist on the classic deep-fried appetizer. Fresh or thawed cheese ravioli are coated in an Italian-seasoned breadcrumb mixture, air fried to golden, crispy perfection, and served with warm marinara sauce for dipping. This recipe offers a delightful, guilt-free way to enjoy a crunchy, cheesy bite in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
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For the Ravioli Coating
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup Italian seasoned bread crumbs
- ¼ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon salt
Main Ingredient
- 250 grams fresh cheese ravioli (or frozen, thawed; about 9-10 oz)
Additional
- Non-aerosol oil spray
- Tomato marinara sauce for serving
Instructions
- Preheat Air Fryer: Start by preheating your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) to ensure it’s hot and ready for cooking the ravioli.
- Prepare Egg Wash: In a shallow bowl, whisk the 2 eggs thoroughly until smooth to make the coating base for the ravioli.
- Make Breadcrumb Mixture: In another shallow bowl, combine the Italian seasoned bread crumbs, freshly grated Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, and salt. Mix well to incorporate all flavors evenly.
- Coat the Ravioli: Dip each ravioli piece into the egg wash, letting excess egg drip off, then roll it in the breadcrumb mixture until fully coated. Place coated ravioli on a plate. Repeat until all ravioli are coated.
- Prepare Air Fryer Basket: Open the air fryer and lightly grease the basket with non-aerosol oil spray to prevent sticking. Spray both sides of the coated ravioli with oil spray to help them crisp up beautifully.
- Air Fry Ravioli: Arrange the coated ravioli in a single layer inside the air fryer basket. Depending on your air fryer size, you may need to cook in batches.
- Cook Each Side: Air fry the ravioli for 3-5 minutes on one side until golden and crisp. Carefully flip each ravioli and cook for another 3-5 minutes until both sides are evenly golden.
- Serve: Remove the ravioli from the air fryer and serve warm with tomato marinara sauce for dipping. Enjoy this crispy, cheesy delight as a snack or appetizer.
Notes
- This recipe offers a healthier alternative to traditional deep-fried ravioli, using the air fryer to achieve a crispy texture with less oil.
- Make sure to spray the ravioli with oil spray before air frying to get an even golden crust.
- Cooking time can vary slightly depending on your air fryer model and size; watch closely during the first batch.
- Fresh ravioli works best, but frozen ravioli can be used as long as they are fully thawed beforehand.
- Serve immediately for the best texture and taste, as the crispiest results are right after cooking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 174 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 589 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 23 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 19 mg
