Crisp, crunchy, parmesan-loaded tortellini bites – so good, you won’t be able to stop eating these!

Parmesan Tortellini Bites - Crisp, crunchy, parmesan-loaded tortellini bites - so good, you won't be able to stop eating these!

So we’re just about to head into October and we cannot be more excited about Halloween.

Parmesan Tortellini Bites - Crisp, crunchy, parmesan-loaded tortellini bites - so good, you won't be able to stop eating these!

Mainly, because of this.

Parmesan Tortellini Bites - Crisp, crunchy, parmesan-loaded tortellini bites - so good, you won't be able to stop eating these!

I even bought this costume in the summer because I just couldn’t wait until now.

Parmesan Tortellini Bites - Crisp, crunchy, parmesan-loaded tortellini bites - so good, you won't be able to stop eating these!

I almost wish I could dress him in this every day, but that would be too mean. He could barely sit still in this costume for about 30 seconds.

Parmesan Tortellini Bites - Crisp, crunchy, parmesan-loaded tortellini bites - so good, you won't be able to stop eating these!

And now I’m craving a hot dog on a delicate brioche bun. Mmmmm. Oh well, these tortellini bites will have to do.

Parmesan Tortellini Bites - Crisp, crunchy, parmesan-loaded tortellini bites - so good, you won't be able to stop eating these!

Crisp, crunchy, parmesan-loaded fried tortellini. Perfectly bite-sized and so addicting.

Parmesan Tortellini Bites - Crisp, crunchy, parmesan-loaded tortellini bites - so good, you won't be able to stop eating these!

Now these only go well with fresh tortellini. I do not recommend using the dry pasta as it will become a very big mess.

Parmesan Tortellini Bites - Crisp, crunchy, parmesan-loaded tortellini bites - so good, you won't be able to stop eating these!

And be sure to have extra freshly grated Parmesan on the side – you’ll want to sprinkle that everywhere before devouring every last one of these!

Parmesan Tortellini Bites - Crisp, crunchy, parmesan-loaded tortellini bites - so good, you won't be able to stop eating these!

Parmesan Tortellini Bites

Parmesan Tortellini Bites

Yield: 6 servings
Prep: 15 minutes
Cook: 10 minutes
Total: 25 minutes
Crisp, crunchy, parmesan-loaded tortellini bites – so good, you won’t be able to stop eating these!
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Ingredients

  • 1 9-ounce package refrigerated three cheese tortellini
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • 1 cup Panko*
  • ¼ cup freshly grated Parmesan
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • ½ cup marinara sauce

Instructions

  • In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook tortellini according to package instructions; drain well.
  • Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium high heat.
  • In a large bowl, combine Panko and Parmesan; set aside.
  • Working in batches, dredge tortellini in flour, dip into eggs, then dredge in Panko mixture, pressing to coat.
  • Add tortellini to the skillet, 8 or 10 at a time, and cook until evenly golden and crispy, about 1-2 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate.
  • Serve immediately with marinara sauce, garnished with additional Parmesan, if desired.

Notes

*Panko is a Japanese-style breadcrumb and can be found in the Asian section of your local grocery store.

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