Pair Up with La Sommelierre - May 2010
Mom’s Favorites Meal
My mom loves fresh shellfish. The key to bringing shellfish to life is a bit of acidity in the sauce and the wine. Here are two recipes that use lime and pomegranate seeds to give these crustaceans a kick.
Start mom’s special meal with Shrimp Cakes and Creamy Chili-Lime Sauce. Shrimp makes a great fried cake because it doesn’t dry out and holds together well. A fun beverage pairing with this dish is Minted Limeade - a non-alcoholic Mojito.
Next is a shellfish pasta that incorporates pomegranate to provide a bright pop of color and flavor. Crab-Pomegranate Ravioli may seem complicated but it comes together quickly by utilizing store-bought wonton wrappers. Be adventurous and seek out a little white grape from Northern Italy called pigato. It has flavors similar to chardonnay (apple and pear) but coming from Italy you can expect a lower alcohol and a slightly higher acidity than you would typically find in California chardonnay.
Finish the meal with my mom’s favorite dessert, strawberry shortcake. Serve sparkling water with fresh strawberries and mint. This refreshing beverage will cut the cream in the dessert and keep your palate refreshed.
So, go on. Pair Up!
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