Crispy Air Fryer Ravioli
Frozen ravioli coated in Italian breadcrumbs and cooked in the air fryer until golden and crispy. Serve with marinara sauce for a quick appetizer or snack.
Steps
- 1
Preheat the air fryer to 200°C (400°F).
- 2
Pour buttermilk into a bowl and Italian breadcrumbs into another. Dip each frozen ravioli in buttermilk, then coat with breadcrumbs.
- 3
Place ravioli in a single layer in the air fryer basket without touching. Cook for 7–8 minutes, spraying generously with cooking spray on both sides halfway through.
- 4
Remove ravioli from the air fryer and serve immediately with marinara, Alfredo, pesto, or your favorite sauce.
Shopping list
12 frozen ravioli, 1/2 cup buttermilk, 1/2 cup Italian breadcrumbs, optional marinara sauce, oil spray
Recipe story
Ravioli originated in medieval Italy, mentioned in writings from the 14th century. In Renaissance Venice, they were considered a royal delicacy, hiding treasures of cheese and fine herbs. The story goes that an innovative chef, eager to impress a capricious doge, fried leftover ravioli in a crispy coating of Italian breadcrumbs, creating a crunchy version that became popular.
