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Homemade St. Louis Toasted Ravioli

This is a crispy, golden brown snack that brings the taste of a famous Midwestern pizzeria right to your kitchen.

By Daily Recipes Book· 🌍 American· August 19, 2026
Homemade St. Louis Toasted Ravioli
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Prep
20 minutes
Cook
15 minutes
Total
35 minutes
Serves
4

I grew up in a place where these toasted raviolis were on every menu, even at my high school lunch. They are actually fried instead of toasted, which gives them a crunch that everyone loves. They make the perfect snack when you want something fun to share with friends, especially during a game or a movie night.

The secret is using meat ravioli and making sure the breading is nice and even. If you have never had these before, you are in for a real treat because they are much more satisfying than regular boiled pasta.

Ingredients

  • 1 pound meat filled ravioli, thawed
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • 1 cup Italian seasoned breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Vegetable oil for frying
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 cup marinara sauce, warmed for dipping

Instructions

  1. 1

    Start by whisking the eggs and milk together in a shallow bowl until they are well combined.

  2. 2

    In a separate bowl, mix the breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, and garlic powder together.

  3. 3

    Dip each thawed ravioli into the egg mixture first, making sure it is fully coated.

  4. 4

    Press the ravioli into the breadcrumb mixture and coat both sides evenly, pressing gently to help the crumbs stick.

  5. 5

    Place the breaded ravioli on a baking sheet and let them sit for about five minutes while you heat the oil.

  6. 6

    Fill a large skillet with about an inch of vegetable oil and heat it over medium heat until it reaches 350 degrees.

  7. 7

    Fry the ravioli in small batches for about two minutes per side until they turn a deep golden brown and the filling is hot.

  8. 8

    Remove them with a slotted spoon and let them drain on paper towels to remove any extra oil.

  9. 9

    Sprinkle with fresh parsley and a little extra parmesan while they are still hot, then serve with warm marinara on the side.

💡 Tips

For the best results, use meat filled ravioli instead of cheese ones for that authentic St. Louis flavor. If you have any leftovers, you can heat them up in an air fryer for a few minutes to get that crunch back. Store any extra ravioli in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two days.

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