Caesar Salad With Fried Ravioli Recipe

Name: Caesar Salad With Fried Ravioli
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb large ravioli, fresh (or frozen); 1 cup cornmeal; 1/2 cup parmigiano-reggiano cheese, for coating ravioli, plus a handful for salad dressing; salt; fresh ground black pepper (lots); 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil, divided (EVOO); 1 lemon, juice and zest of; 1 garlic clove, grated; 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard; 1 teaspoon anchovy paste; 3 -4 dashes hot sauce, such as Tabasco; 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce, eyeball it; 3 romaine lettuce, hearts chopped

Servings: persons

1 lb large ravioli, fresh (or frozen)
1 cup cornmeal
1/2 cup parmigiano-reggiano cheese, for coating ravioli, plus a handful for salad dressing
salt
fresh ground black pepper (lots)
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil, divided (EVOO)
1 lemon, juice and zest of
1 garlic clove, grated
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon anchovy paste
3 -4 dashes hot sauce, such as Tabasco
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce, eyeball it
3 romaine lettuce, hearts chopped

1
Bring a large pot of water to a boil for ravioli. Salt water and cook a minute less than package directions for either fresh or frozen pasta, then drain thoroughly. Heat about 3 tablespoons EVOO in a large, nonstick skillet over medium heat. Combine cornmeal, 1/2 cup of Parmigiano Reggiano and lots of black pepper on a plate. Coat the drained ravioli in the cornmeal and cheese mixture. Shake off excess and fry the ravioli until golden on each side, 4-5 minutes total. Remove them to a paper-towel lined plate and season with some salt.
2
For the salad, whisk together the lemon zest and juice, grated garlic, mustard, anchovy paste, hot sauce and Worcestershire then stream in the EVOO, about 5 tablespoons. Coat the romaine in dressing then season with pepper and a handful of grated cheese. Top salad with crispy ravioli and serve.

433

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb large ravioli, fresh (or frozen), 1 cup cornmeal, 1/2 cup parmigiano-reggiano cheese, for coating ravioli, plus a handful for salad dressing, salt, and more.

Yes, Caesar Salad With Fried Ravioli falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Caesar Salad With Fried Ravioli

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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