Shrimp Ravioli - a weekend recipe

The restaurants of New Orleans are truly the gems of the City. Here is a recipe I found on the web from the Rib Room of New Orleans. Enjoy.

Shrimp Ravioli "Bay Eloi" in Shrimp Herb Essence

Ingredients:
6 Pieces Shrimp Ravioli
4 oz Shrimp Stock
4 oz Whole Softened Butter
½ tsp Shallots Chopped
½ tsp Garlic Chopped
2 oz White Wine
3 oz Diced Tomatoes
½ tsp Parsley Chopped
½ tsp Tarragon Chopped
½ tsp Chives Chopped
3 Pieces 10-15 Count Shrimp Grilled
4 oz French Spinach Sautéed in Butter

Method:
Sweat shallots and garlic in olive oil. Add white wine and reduce by half. Add shrimp stock and reduce by half. Incorporate the butter by whipping in with a wire whip. Finish with diced tomatoes and herbs. Blanch ravioli in boiling water for 3 minutes. Drain and set aside.

For Plate:
In large bowl, add sautéed spinach. Arrange ravioli on top of spinach. Spoon sauce around ravioli. Garnish with grilled shrimp and herb sprigs.

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