Air-Fryer Frozen Ravioli: Quick, Easy, Delicious

Cooking frozen ravioli in an air fryer is a quick and easy way to make a delicious snack or appetiser. The air fryer can cook frozen ravioli in minutes, resulting in a crispy exterior with a soft, melted filling. This method requires no defrosting, and the ravioli can be cooked straight from frozen.

How to prepare the ravioli before cooking

To prepare frozen ravioli before cooking in an air fryer, you should first take the ravioli out of the freezer. You don't need to defrost it, so you can put it straight into the air fryer. Place the ravioli in a single layer at the bottom of the air fryer basket, with very little overlap. You can brush the ravioli with olive oil or vegetable oil, using a pastry brush. Make sure to coat both sides. Alternatively, you can dip the ravioli in egg wash and coat it with breadcrumbs before placing it in the air fryer. You can also add parsley and Italian herb seasonings to the breadcrumbs. Spray the air fryer basket with oil or line it with parchment paper before placing the ravioli inside.

How to cook the ravioli in the air fryer

Cooking ravioli in an air fryer is a quick and easy way to make a delicious snack or appetiser. Here's how to do it:

First, place your frozen ravioli in a single, even layer at the bottom of your air fryer basket. Make sure there is very little overlap between the ravioli. Next, brush both sides of the ravioli with olive oil or vegetable oil, using a pastry brush. This step is important, as it will ensure your ravioli doesn't dry out during cooking.

Now, it's time to cook your ravioli. Set your air fryer to 400 degrees Fahrenheit and cook for 6-8 minutes. You should flip the ravioli halfway through the cooking time to ensure even cooking, although this is optional. If you're using an egg wash and breadcrumb coating, you'll need to cook at a lower temperature of 340 degrees Fahrenheit for a total of 8 minutes, flipping halfway through.

Once the ravioli is cooked to your liking, remove it from the air fryer with a spatula and serve immediately. You can top with chopped parsley and grated parmesan, and serve with a side of marinara sauce for dipping. Enjoy!

How long to cook the ravioli for

The cooking time for frozen ravioli in an air fryer depends on the temperature and whether you are cooking the ravioli from frozen or defrosted.

If you are cooking the ravioli from frozen, you should cook it at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 6-8 minutes. You should shake the basket at least once, preferably halfway through the cooking time. You can check the ravioli at 6 minutes to see if it is toasted to your liking, and either take it out or continue cooking for a crispier texture.

If you are cooking the ravioli from defrosted, you should cook it at 340 degrees Fahrenheit for a total of 8 minutes. You should flip the ravioli halfway through the cooking time.

The cooking time may also depend on the size of your ravioli and your individual air fryer, so you may need to adjust the time accordingly.

How to serve the ravioli

Once your ravioli is cooked, you can serve it with a variety of toppings and sides.

For a simple, classic option, brush the ravioli with olive oil or vegetable oil and serve with a dipping sauce. If you want to get a little more creative, try topping your ravioli with chopped parsley, grated parmesan, and a scoop of marinara sauce on the side. You could also try adding Italian herb seasonings to the air-fried ravioli.

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What to serve the ravioli with

You can serve air-fried ravioli with a dipping sauce, Caprese Salad Skewers Appetizer Bites, Easy Cranberry Goat Cheese Bruschetta, or marinara sauce.

If you want to add more flavour to the ravioli itself, you can dip it in an egg wash and coat it with breadcrumbs before cooking. You can also add parsley and Italian Herb seasonings to the air-fried ravioli.

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