RITZ Fried Ravioli

Inspired by the mouthwatering appetizers served in Italian restaurants in New York City's Little Italy neighborhood, these cheese ravioli with a light, crunchy RITZ cracker crust and grated parmesan cheese will be a hit at any party. Serve hot with marinara sauce for dipping for a delicious, quick and easy appetizer.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 25 mins
• Calories: 647 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 egg
• 2 tablespoons milk
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
• 3 cups vegetable oil for frying
• ¼ teaspoon black pepper
• 3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese, divided
• 20 RITZ Crackers
• 1 (12 ounce) package large refrigerated cheese ravioli (about 24)
• 1 ½ cups warm marinara sauce for dipping (Optional)

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

In a large frying pan, over medium heat, add the vegetable oil until it is about 2 inches deep. Heat to 325 degrees F.

Step 2

While the oil is heating, place the RITZ Crackers in a food processor and pulse until the crackers are crushed into fine crumbs. Pour the crumbs into a shallow dish. Add the garlic powder, pepper, Italian seasoning and 2 tablespoons of the parmesan cheese. Stir until all spices are evenly distributed.

Step 3

Whisk together the egg and milk in a bowl.

Step 4

Dip each ravioli in the egg mixture, then into the RITZ cracker crumbs. Be sure each ravioli is evenly coated with cracker crumbs. Shake off any excess.

Step 5

Once the oil is hot enough, add small batches of the RITZ cracker-coated ravioli into the oil. Fry for approximately 1 minute on each side. Watch closely so they do not burn; they cook quickly. When ravioli are golden brown on each side, remove from the oil and place on a paper towel-lined plate to drain.

Step 6

Sprinkle the ravioli with remaining grated parmesan cheese and (optional) chopped parsley. Serve with warm marinara sauce for dipping.