Famous Crispy Fried Ravioli Recipe with Cacio e Pepe Dip

Fried ravioli brings Italian comfort food to your snack table. Crispy shell. Gooey center. Add a rich Cacio e Pepe dip, and you’ve got a match made in snack heaven. Perfect for parties, game day, or a cozy weekend treat. And yes, we’ll show you how to dispose of cooking oil safely, too.

Ingredients You’ll Need (Makes about 16 Ravioli Bites)

Quick pantry run, then you’re set:

1 pack refrigerated or frozen ravioli (cheese or meat–filled)
1 cup buttermilk (or 2 beaten eggs)
1 cup Italian breadcrumbs
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
3 cups vegetable oil (for frying)
FryAway Super Fry (to solidify cooking oil for safe disposal)

For the Cacio e Pepe Dip

2 tbsp butter
1 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
1 cup grated Pecorino Romano (or Parmesan)
¼ cup heavy cream (more to thin if you like)
Salt (to taste)

Let’s Get Frying – How to Make Fried Ravioli

Here’s a quick overview: dip in buttermilk, coat in cheesy crumbs, then fry until golden.

1. Prep the Ravioli

If frozen, thaw and pat dry.

2. Batter & Breadcrumbs

Dip each piece in buttermilk (or egg).
Toss in breadcrumbs mixed with ½ cup Parmesan.

3. Heat the Oil

In a deep pan, pour 3 cups of oil. Heat to 350°F.
Test with a breadcrumb. If it sizzles, you’re ready.

4. Fry ’Em Up

Fry in batches for 2–3 minutes per side, until deep golden.
Don’t crowd the pan; give each ravioli room to crisp.

5. Drain & Serve

Move to paper towels or a wire rack.
Serve hot with Cacio e Pepe dip.

Whip Up That Cacio e Pepe Dip

While the ravioli drains, stir together a quick dip:

Pop 2 tbsp butter in a small pan on low heat and let it melt.
Add 1 tsp cracked black pepper, toast briefly.
Pour in ¼ cup cream, warm gently.
Remove from heat, whisk in 1 cup cheese until silky.
Taste first and check if the salt is perfect. Keep warm.

How to Dispose of Cooking Oil Correctly?

Leftover oil can clog pipes and pollute waterways when disposed of incorrectly. Skip the mess, learn how to solidify cooking oil with FryAway:

1. Sprinkle & Stir

While the oil’s still warm, add FryAway Super Fry. Stir until dissolved.

2. Cool

Let it sit. The oil turns into a tidy solid block.

3. Scoop & Toss

Scoop out and trash it. No spills, no fuss, no clogged drains.

Ready to Crunch?

This fried ravioli recipe puts a fun, crispy spin on a classic. Pair it with the cheesy Cacio e Pepe dip and impress everyone at your next gathering.

And remember: FryAway makes homemade fried ravioli after-cleanup easy. No jars. No mess. Just pure snack bliss.

Give this easy fried ravioli a try today, and let FryAway handle the rest!