Toasted Ravioli

Toasted ravioli is a beloved appetizer originating from St. Louis, Missouri, featuring small ravioli that are breaded and deep-fried instead of boiled. Typically filled with meat or cheese and served with marinara sauce for dipping, it's a crispy, bite-sized twist on traditional Italian pasta. This dish has become a signature staple of St. Louis cuisine and a popular bar snack across the United States.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

As a deep-fried dish, toasted ravioli is relatively high in carbohydrates and fat, with a moderate amount of protein from the filling. A typical serving of 6-8 pieces contains roughly 300-400 calories, along with iron and calcium from the pasta and cheese filling.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	350 kcal
Protein	14 g
Carbs	36 g
Fat	16 g
Fiber	2 g
Sugar	3 g
Sodium	680 mg
Iron	3.5 mg
Calcium	120 mg
Potassium	200 mg
Vitamin A	150 IU
Vitamin C	2 mg
Thiamin (B1)	0.4 mg
Niacin (B3)	4 mg
Folate	80 mcg

Per 1 cup (140 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Toasted ravioli is a uniquely American invention, reportedly created by accident at a St. Louis Italian restaurant in the 1940s when a cook mistakenly dropped ravioli into hot oil instead of boiling water. It's culturally significant as a defining dish of St. Louis, often served at local festivals and sporting events, and is a must-try for visitors to the city.