These air fried ravioli deliver everything you love about fried ravioli without the mess of a pot of hot oil. Each piece is coated in seasoned breadcrumbs, cooked until golden and crisp, and filled with warm, melty cheese. Serve them with marinara or Alfredo sauce for dipping, and you have an easy appetizer, snack, side dish, or simple family-friendly meal.
Air Fryer Breaded Ravioli
If you enjoy classic fried ravioli, this air fryer breaded ravioli recipe is a delicious and convenient way to make it at home. The air fryer gives the outside a crisp, crunchy coating while keeping the inside soft, cheesy, and flavorful. It is a great option when you want the taste and texture of fried ravioli but do not want to deal with splattering oil, cleanup, or figuring out what to do with used frying oil afterward.
This recipe works with either refrigerated ravioli or frozen ravioli. The ravioli used here was refrigerated, not frozen, so it cooked quickly in the air fryer. If you are starting with frozen ravioli, you can still bread it the same way, but it will need a longer cooking time. Either way, the result is crisp breaded ravioli that is perfect for dipping and sharing.
Air fried ravioli is also very flexible. It can be served as an after-school snack, a party appetizer, a game day bite, a fun side dish, or a quick dinner when paired with a salad or vegetables. Because the ravioli is already filled, the coating and dipping sauce are all you need to turn it into something special.
How to Make Fried Ravioli in an Air Fryer?
Making fried ravioli in an air fryer is simple and fast. Start by setting up a breading station with three shallow bowls or dishes. Keep the ravioli in the first dish so it is easy to grab. In the second dish, whisk together the eggs and buttermilk, or use regular milk if that is what you have. In the third dish, add the Italian-style breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese.
Dip each ravioli into the egg mixture first, letting any excess drip off. Then press it into the breadcrumb mixture until it is evenly coated on both sides. The breadcrumbs create the golden, crisp exterior that makes air fryer ravioli so satisfying. Work gently so the ravioli stays sealed and the filling remains inside while it cooks.
Once the ravioli is coated, arrange it in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Avoid stacking the pieces, because the hot air needs space to circulate around each ravioli. A single layer helps the breading cook evenly and become crisp on all sides. If your air fryer basket is small, cook the ravioli in batches for the best texture.
Cooking Fried Ravioli in an Air Fryer
Refrigerated ravioli cooks quickly in the air fryer. Set the air fryer to 400ºF and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, turning the ravioli halfway through the cooking time. Flipping the ravioli helps both sides become evenly browned and crisp. The ravioli will be hot when it is finished, so remove it carefully with a fork or tongs.
If you are using frozen ravioli, bread it while it is still frozen, then cook it at 400ºF for about 20 minutes, turning it after 10 minutes. The extra time allows the frozen pasta and filling to heat through while the coating becomes crunchy. Cooking times can vary slightly depending on the air fryer, so keep an eye on the ravioli near the end and remove it when it is golden and crisp.
Serve air fried ravioli right away for the best texture. The coating is at its crispiest when fresh from the air fryer, and the cheese filling will be warm and melty. Marinara sauce is a classic choice for dipping, but Alfredo sauce also works well if you prefer a creamy dip.
How to Make Crispy Ravioli?
The key to crispy air fryer ravioli is an even breadcrumb coating and enough space in the basket. Make sure each ravioli is fully dipped in the egg mixture, then coated well with the Italian breadcrumbs and Parmesan. Place the ravioli in a single layer so the air fryer can brown the coating instead of steaming it.
Turning the ravioli halfway through cooking is another important step. This helps the top and bottom become golden and crunchy. When done, the outside should be crisp and the center should be soft, warm, and cheesy. Serve immediately with your favorite marinara or Alfredo sauce for dipping.
Air Fried Ravioli
Ingredients
- 30 ravioli
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup buttermilk or milk
- 1 cup Italian-style breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
Instructions
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In a shallow bowl, whisk together the eggs and buttermilk until well combined.
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In a separate shallow bowl, combine the Italian-style breadcrumbs and shredded Parmesan cheese.
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Dip each ravioli into the egg mixture, then coat it in the breadcrumb mixture. Arrange the breaded ravioli in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
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Cook at 400ºF for 10 minutes, turning halfway through. Remove carefully with a fork or tongs and serve warm with marinara or Alfredo sauce for dipping.
Notes
- Nutrition facts are an estimate based on the ingredients used.
- For frozen ravioli, bread the ravioli while frozen and cook for about 20 minutes, turning after 10 minutes.
Nutrition
Carbohydrates: 114g |
Protein: 41g |
Fat: 33g
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