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Olive Garden Toasted Ravioli is a dish that is loved by so many people. You can make this appetizer easily at home by using a package of ravioli. We like to use other types of ravioli for this dish.

We have found this to be a great appetizer for you to make for a party. It is inexpensive and makes you look like you went all out for the occasion.

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I love making fried ravioli. I have to say it is one of my favorite dishes to bring to a party. Best of all, Olive Garden toasted ravioli is very simple to make.

You won’t be having to spend hours in the kitchen on this one. In just a few moments you will soon have a dish that you will be proud of.

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Ingredients

Here’s a list of what you need:

  • Meat ravioli, refrigerated
  • Eggs
  • Water
  • Garlic salt
  • All-purposeflour
  • Breadcrumbs
  • Italian seasoning
  • Oilfor frying

I simply purchase a package of store-bought ravioli to make this recipe. You can purchase refrigerated or frozen ravioli. If you get frozen ravioli, be sure to thaw it completely.

How to Make Toasted Ravioli

  1. Mix water with eggs and beat well. Set aside.
  2. Mix Italian seasoning and garlic salt with the bread crumbs and set aside.
  3. Place flour in a bowl and set aside.
  4. Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or skillet to 350 degrees for deep frying.
  5. Dip ravioli in flour, then in the egg wash, then in bread crumbs, and carefully place in hot oil.
  6. Fry until golden. Remove from oil and drain.

Serve toasted ravioli warm with your favorite marinara sauce. You can also enjoy it with one of Olive Garden Soups for a light meal.

Recipe Variations

  1. Sprinkle Parmesan on top before serving.
  2. Serve with Olive Garden Alfredo Sauce.
  3. Serve with Olive Garden Meat Sauce.
  4. Serve with homemade pesto sauce.

Don’t miss out on preparing this simple to make appetizer that everyone will love.

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Olive Garden Toasted Ravioli

You are going to love fried ravioli even more when you make it at home.

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Course: Appetizer

Cuisine: Italian

Keyword: Fried Ravioli, Olive Garden Recipes, Toasted Ravioli

Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 25 minutes minutes

Total Time: 35 minutes minutes

Servings: 8

Calories: 306kcal

Author: Stephanie Manley

Ingredients

  • 16 ounce meat ravioli
  • 2 eggs beaten
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1 teaspoon garlic salt
  • 1 cup flour
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • oil for frying

Instructions

  • Mix water with eggs and beat well; set aside. Mix Italian seasonings and garlic salt with the bread crumbs and set aside. Measure flour in a bowl and set aside. Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or skillet to 350 degrees for deep frying. Dip ravioli in flour, then in the egg wash, then in bread crumbs, and carefully place in hot oil. Fry until golden. Remove from oil and drain. Serve with your favorite marinara sauce.

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Nutrition

Calories: 306kcal | Carbohydrates: 29g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 43mg | Sodium: 606mg | Potassium: 154mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 185IU | Calcium: 45mg | Iron: 2.3mg

About Stephanie Manley

I recreate your favorite restaurant recipes, so you can prepare these dishes at home. I help you cook dinner, and serve up dishes you know your family will love. You can find most of the ingredients for all of the recipes in your local grocery store.

Stephanie is the author of CopyKat.com's Dining Out in the Home, and CopyKat.com's Dining Out in the Home 2.

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Comments

  1. Jennifer

    Hello! Just out of curiosity, did you do this with fresh or frozen ravioli? If fresh, have you tried it with frozen ones? Thanks much!!

    Reply

    • Stephanie

      I have only done this with fresh, I think you could use frozen, if you thaw it first.

      Reply

  2. Leslet

    Hi, receipt doesn’t state if ravioli should be frozen or thawed.

    Reply

    • Stephanie

      It should be thawed.

      Reply

  3. joyce tyson

    I need an appetizer recipe that I can the nite before and reheat the next day. Will this one work? Help!

    Reply

    • Stephanie

      I think that should work.

      Reply

  4. Jim

    To bake do you just place on baking sheet and go for it?

    Reply

  5. Crystal

    The alfredo sauce link isn’t working. ???? I love your recipes! I’m so glad I found your site! Thank you for sharing!!

    Reply

  6. Jahchild

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    Made these the other day with cheese filled oops I won’t lie after the first one puffed out I realized it does not take long all the rest where very good as well as the first on making it tonite with spinach and ricotta

    Reply

    • Stephanie

      They do cook very quickly. I hope you enjoy these.

      Reply

    • CeeFee

      Thank you for not lying!

      Reply

  7. Tracy

    Going to try this recipe, it looks similar to mine! I place mine on a cookie sheet over a thin layer of seasoned tomato sauce and a thin layer of seasoned tomato sauce on top and spread mozzarella cheese on them and bake on 350 until cheese has melted. Served with cheesy garlic bread… So delicious!!

    Reply

    • Stephanie

      I hope you enjoy these!

      Reply

    • David

      I’m curious if you fried these first or skipped that stepped then just baked?

      Reply

  8. katie

    I made these with Trader Joes refrigerated/ “fresh” ravioli and served with homemade sauce. Yum!

    Reply

    • stephaniemanley

      Great idea. I love Trader Joes!

      Reply

  9. Lesley

    Thanx..

    Reply

  10. Lesley

    Do they stay warm long or do u serv at room temp if u bring to party?

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    • stephaniemanley

      I have served them somewhere between warm and room temperature. They work out pretty well.

      Reply

  11. Ginny McMeans

    My husbands favorite – thanks Stephanie!

    Reply

    • stephaniemanley

      Well you know a way to man’s heart 😉

      Reply

  12. TidyMom

    we sprinkle our with parmesan cheese! a family favorite for sure!!

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    • stephaniemanley

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      Those sound delicious. I am going to try sprinkling them with parmesan cheese next time too.

      Reply

  13. Marion@LifeTastesGood

    I love making these. They are so easy and perfect for a party!

    Reply

    • stephaniemanley

      These went to a party with me! 😉

      Reply

  14. Beth B

    Stephanie, this recipe sounds amazing! Now I just need to find gluten free ravioli!

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    • stephaniemanley

      I bet there is some gluten free products out there that will work well.

      Reply

    • Amy Jeanroy

      Beth, my son is GF and there IS a tasty ravioli in the freezer section. Sorry I can’t remember the brand, but there is hope. 🙂
      Amy J

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      • stephaniemanley

        Thank you Amy for sharing that there are Gluten Free Ravioli! I knew there had to make some out there.

  15. DM

    Want the Chicken Abruzzi recipe asap (Abruzzi sauce normally red, but here it is clear like a thickened chicken broth)

    Reply

  16. Ashley

    I sprinkled a little extra garlic salt to the ravioli as I got them out of the fryer. It added a little extra flavor. Make sure you don’t over fry them because they burn easily!

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    • stephaniemanley

      That’s a great idea. I tend to think that its hard to have too much garlic.

      Reply

  17. Jane Dement

    Need Olive Garden’s spaghetti carbanarro (sp) recipe asap!

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    • carrol J grady

      I avoid frying – could they just be baked in the over.

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      • Stephanie

        These should work in the air fryer. I would bake them in the air fryer at 490 until they become golden.

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FAQs

What kind of meat is in Olive Garden toasted ravioli? ›

Lightly fried ravioli filled with seasoned beef.

Why is toasted ravioli only in St Louis? ›

Most accounts of toasted ravioli trace its origins to a predominantly Italian-American neighborhood of St. Louis, The Hill. Supposedly, in the early 1940s, a raviolo was accidentally dropped into the fryer by a chef. Shortly thereafter, the item began appearing on menus across The Hill.

What to serve with toasted ravioli? ›

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Is fried ravioli the same as toasted ravioli? ›

Fried Ravioli, also known as toasted ravioli, are cheese ravioli that are coated in bread crumbs then deep-fried, fried in an air fryer, or baked in the oven until golden brown. They're then sprinkled with parmesan cheese and parsley, and served with a side of marinara sauce.

Is Olive Garden meat sauce beef or pork? ›

**Our meat sauce is made with pan-seared beef and Italian sausage.

Do Italians put meat in ravioli? ›

How to make the best homemade ravioli ever! Italian ravioli is a delicious dish made with a variety of fillings, including meat, cheese, and vegetables.

What meat is in imos toasted ravioli? ›

Toasted Ravioli. Award-winning, lightly breaded, filled with beef, and deep fried to crispy, golden-brown perfection. Served with Imo's® meat sauce.

How do you keep toasted ravioli warm after cooking? ›

TIP: These toasted ravioli are best when served fresh out of the oil, but if you want to hold them for a little bit, keep them on the baking rack set over the tray and keep them warmed in a low oven.

Do Italians eat fried ravioli? ›

Crunchy, fried ravioli are a popular treat served as an antipasto or in an aperitivo setting across Italy.

Can toasted ravioli be reheated? ›

Bake at 400 for 10-20 minutes or until toasted. To Reheat Toasted Raviolis: Oven: Bake at 375 degrees for 10-15 minutes. Air Fryer: Fry at 350 degrees for 3-5 minutes, until warm.

What sauce do you eat with ravioli? ›

Alfredo Sauce: This classic cream sauce everyone loves. Alfredo is a popular choice for serving with cheese-filled ravioli.

How long is toasted ravioli good in fridge? ›

Refrigeration Instructions: You can store leftover toasted ravioli in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. Reheat: In the air fryer or oven until heated through and crispy.

What restaurant invented toasted ravioli? ›

The story of Charlie Gitto's Toasted Ravioli dates back to the 1940s when an unnamed chef at Angelo's on the Hill (as legend has it) accidentally dropped a ravioli in hot oil instead of water. This twist on traditional ravioli gained popularity and became a beloved staple at Charlie Gitto's restaurant.

Can you pan fry ravioli instead of boiling? ›

Instead of dirtying another pot, I've been pan-frying them. Here's how to do it. Step 1: Toss the ravioli in a hot, oiled skillet to get them all golden-brown and crispy. Step 2: Add a splash of water, cover the skillet, and steam until perfectly al dente.

Is toasted ravioli good? ›

If you have never had toasted ravioli, you're in for a treat! These are one of our favorite appetizers that we will sometimes make for an easy dinner instead. They are irresistibly crisp and savory and fantastic for dipping in your favorite marinara sauce!

Does toasted ravioli have meat? ›

Toasted ravioli is synonymous with St. Louis, and Anthonino's is known to have the very best example of this unique delicacy! Our toasted raviolis are large, crispy, and hand-made. They're filled with a blend of high-quality ground beef, pecorino and romano cheese, onion, garlic, and spices.

What kind of meat is in Olive Garden spaghetti? ›

Includes: A pan of spaghetti with our traditional homemade meat sauce*. **Our meat sauces are made with pan-seared beef and Italian sausage.

What is ravioli meat made of? ›

Meat Ravioli Filling. Your choice of ground meat is first cooked with garlic, onion, and white wine, then mixed with Parmesan, mortadella, prosciutto, a pinch of nutmeg, and an egg for binding.

What's in Olive Garden cheese ravioli? ›

Filled with a blend of indulgent Italian cheeses, topped with your choice of homemade marinara or meat sauce** and melted mozzarella.

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