Categories: Appetizers

Ingredients

• 1 19 ounce package frozen cheese tortellini
• 1 egg, beaten
• 1/2 cup milk
• 2 cups panko breadcrumbs
• 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
• 1 teaspoon granulated garlic
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 4 cups oil, for frying
• marinara sauce, or ranch dressing, for dipping

Directions

1. Cook tortellini according to package directions and drain. Set aside.
2. Combine egg and milk in a small bowl.
3. Combine panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic, and salt into a zip top bag.
4. Dip several tortellini into egg mixture and toss into bag with bread crumb mixture. Shake to coat and set aside in a single layer. Repeat with remaining tortellini.
5. Add oil to a heavy saucepan and heat oil to 350 degrees.
6. Fry in small batches, turning to cook on both sides, about 1 minute. Remove to a paper towel lined tray to drain.
7. Serve immediately with marinara or ranch dressing.

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