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toasted ravioli
TOHST-ed rav-ee-OH-lee · noun · informal
St. Louis appetizer of breaded, deep-fried ravioli with marinara.
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Ravioli that is breaded, deep-fried, and served with marinara for dipping. A St. Louis original, shortened to 't-ravs.'
“We started with toasted ravioli and a round of beers.”
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toasted ravioli In A Sentence
We started with toasted ravioli and a round of beers.
Origin & Usage
Invented in St. Louis, credited to restaurants on The Hill like Mama Campisi's and Charlie Gitto's.
People Also Ask
What is toasted ravioli?
It's ravioli that's breaded and deep-fried, then served with marinara for dipping — a St. Louis appetizer classic.
Why is it called 'toasted' if it's fried?
'Toasted' is just the traditional name; despite it, the ravioli is deep-fried rather than actually toasted.
Where was toasted ravioli invented?
In St. Louis, commonly credited to Italian restaurants on The Hill such as Mama Campisi's and Charlie Gitto's.
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