Tia and David's Deep-Fried Tortellini

Real party pleasers, these fried tortellini are shaken up with bread and cornflake crumbs, then deep-fried to a golden brown. Dip in tomato sauce.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 25 mins
• Calories: 419 Calories

Ingredients

• salt and pepper to taste
• 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
• oil for deep frying
• 1 (16 ounce) package refrigerated or fresh cheese tortellini
• dried parsley, to taste
• 0.25 cup bread crumbs
• 0.25 cup cornflake crumbs

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

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

Step 2

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

Step 3

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

Step 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.

Step 5

Deep-fry breaded tortellini in batches until golden brown.