Fried Tortellini Parmesan Crunch (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Pasta Dish Base

01 - 1 pound cheese-filled tortellini, fresh or refrigerated—your main ingredient!

→ Breading Essentials

02 - 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese to give it a rich and salty flavor
03 - 1 cup breadcrumbs with Italian seasoning for a delicious crust
04 - A pair of large eggs mixed until smooth for dipping
05 - 1 cup plain flour to start the perfect coating process

→ Spices

06 - A teaspoon of dried Italian herbs to tie in a Mediterranean vibe
07 - Freshly cracked black pepper and salt, to your liking
08 - 1 teaspoon of garlic powder, adding a bit of boldness

→ Cooking and Serving Add-ons

09 - Enough vegetable oil to fry, about 1 inch deep in your pan
10 - Heated marinara sauce, perfect for dipping in

# Instructions:

01 - Boil the tortellini until just firm to the bite, or 'al dente.' They'll cook again when fried. Once done, drain and pat them dry carefully with paper towels so they can turn out super crispy.
02 - Line up three bowls: one for the flour, another for the beaten eggs, and the last one for a mix of bread crumbs, cheese, garlic powder, herbs, salt, and pepper. Think of this step as pampering your tortellini!
03 - Give each piece of tortellini a full treatment: first a light flour layer, next a smooth egg dip, and finally a generous roll in the crumb mix. Ensure they're perfectly covered without turning messy.
04 - Pour oil into a deep skillet and bring it to 350°F (175°C). No thermometer? Toss in a breadcrumb—it should float up with bubbles if ready.
05 - Working in smaller amounts at a time, fry the coated tortellini for 2-3 minutes on each side. Make sure they're golden, crispy, and irresistible!
06 - Toss the cooked tortellini onto a plate lined with paper towels. While they're still nice and hot, sprinkle on a little Parmesan cheese to take it up a notch.
07 - Lay out the crispy tortellini on a platter and place marinara sauce next to them for dipping. These taste the best while hot and fresh!

# Notes:

01 - These fried tortellini bites always steal the spotlight at parties or as snacks—they're the first to be gone!
02 - Keep the oil temperature steady between batches for consistently crispy tortellini.
03 - You can coat the tortellini in advance and chill in the fridge for up to 2 hours before frying.

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