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
- 01
Preheat the air fryer to 200°C (400°F).
- 02
Pour buttermilk into a bowl and Italian breadcrumbs into another. Dip each frozen ravioli in buttermilk, then coat with breadcrumbs.
- 03
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.
- 04
Remove ravioli from the air fryer and serve immediately with marinara, Alfredo, pesto, or your favorite sauce.
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.
