Tortellini Party Snacks
Delicious tortellini party snacks that are a star attraction at any gathering, served with marinara sauce.
Equipment
- oven
- baking sheets
- parchment paper
- shallow bowls
- whisk
- spoon
Ingredients
- 20 ounce refrigerated three-cheese tortellini boiled al dente
- 1.25 cup all-purpose flour
- 5 large eggs
- 5 tablespoons milk
- 2.5 cups Panko bread crumbs
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese freshly grated
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon red chili pepper flakes
- sea salt a sprinkling
- freshly-ground black pepper a few twists
- melted butter for drizzling
- grated Parmesan for garnishing
- chili flakes for garnishing
- minced Italian parsley for garnishing
- 23.5 ounce jar of classic marinara sauce for dipping
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats. Pull out three shallow bowls, a whisk, and a spoon.
- Bowl #1: Add flour only.
- Bowl #2: Add eggs and milk. Whisk to combine.
- Bowl #3: Mix Panko bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, oregano, chili flakes, sea salt, and ground pepper well.
- Coat the tortellini in the flour, then dip in the egg/milk mixture ensuring no white spots remain. Finally, coat in the bread crumb mixture. Place on the baking tray.
- Bake for 14-15 minutes until crispy and golden.
- Serve on a party tray with marinara sauce for dipping, drizzled with melted butter, and garnished with the remaining toppings.
Notes
Tip: Boil the tortellini al dente; do not overcook. Work in small batches for coating and spacing on the baking sheet is crucial for crispiness.
Nutrition
Serving: 1snackCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg
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