Crispy Tortelloni with Spicy Garlic Chili Oil
If you’re looking for a quick and flavorful dinner, this Crispy Tortelloni with Spicy Garlic Chili Oil is the perfect choice. Golden brown tortelloni are pan-fried until crisp, then tossed in a fragrant homemade chili oil made with garlic, soy sauce, and sesame. It’s a fusion-style dish that combines comforting pasta with bold Asian-inspired flavors - all ready in about 20 minutes!
Ingredients
- 25 –30 pieces tortelloni fresh or frozen; cheese, vegetable, or vegan
- 3 –4 garlic cloves finely minced
- 2 –3 green onions chopped
- 2 tbsp dried mixed vegetables optional
- 2 –3 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp sesame seeds
- 1 –2 tsp chili flakes adjust to taste
- 2 tbsp black vinegar or rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp sugar optional
- Pinch of salt
- 3 –4 tbsp neutral oil avocado, canola, or vegetable – for chili oil
- 1 –2 tbsp neutral oil – for pan-frying
- 1/3 cup water
Instructions
- Prepare the sauce base: In a large heatproof bowl, add the garlic, green onions, dried vegetables, sesame seeds, chili flakes, soy sauce, vinegar, sugar, and a pinch of salt.
- Make the chili oil: Heat 3–4 tablespoons of neutral oil in a small pan until shimmering. Carefully pour the hot oil over the bowl of ingredients. Stir well to combine into a fragrant chili oil sauce.
- Boil the tortelloni: Cook tortelloni in boiling water according to package directions (about 3–5 minutes for fresh, slightly longer for frozen). Drain well.
- Pan-fry the tortelloni: Heat 1–2 tablespoons of neutral oil in a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Place tortelloni in a single layer and fry until golden brown on the bottom.
- Steam until tender: Add 1/3 cup water to the skillet, cover with a lid, and let the tortelloni steam for 3–5 minutes until cooked through and the water evaporates.
- Toss in sauce: Transfer the crispy tortelloni into the bowl with chili oil and toss until well coated.
- Garnish and serve: Sprinkle with extra sesame seeds and chopped green onions. Serve immediately while hot and crispy.
Notes
Serving: 1 portion (1/4 of recipe)
- Calories: 360 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 42 g
- Protein: 13 g
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg
- Sodium: 890 mg
- Fiber: 3 g
- Sugar: 3 g
