Prepare to embark on a gourmet journey that transforms simple ingredients into a sophisticated French-inspired masterpiece! This Crab Meat and Dave's Ravigote recipe is not just a dish, but a culinary experience that promises to transport your palate to the refined shores of France. With its luxurious blend of delicate crab meat and a zesty ravigote sauce, this recipe is your ticket to impressing dinner guests or treating yourself to a restaurant-quality meal right in your own kitchen.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: -
Total Time: 10 mins
Cuisine: French
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 lb crab meat
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp capers, chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh tarragon, chopped
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Carefully inspect the crab meat for any small shells or cartilage, gently picking through and removing any unwanted pieces while keeping the meat's delicate texture intact.
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, chopped capers, freshly chopped tarragon, and lemon juice, whisking until all ingredients are thoroughly blended and create a smooth, creamy ravigote sauce.
- Season the sauce with salt and freshly ground black pepper, tasting and adjusting the seasoning to ensure a balanced flavor profile that complements the delicate crab meat.
- Gently fold the prepared crab meat into the ravigote sauce, being careful not to break up the meat chunks and maintaining its natural texture.
- Cover the mixed crab meat and ravigote sauce and refrigerate for 10-15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together and slightly chill the dish.
- Before serving, give the mixture a gentle stir and taste once more, adjusting seasoning if needed.
- Serve chilled on a bed of fresh greens, as a light appetizer, or alongside crusty bread for a delightful French-inspired dish.
Tips
- Crab Meat Selection: Always choose the freshest, highest-quality crab meat available. Lump or jumbo lump crab meat works best for maintaining beautiful, intact meat chunks.
- Gentle Handling: Treat the crab meat with care to preserve its delicate texture. Use a light folding motion when mixing to prevent breaking the meat into tiny pieces.
- Sauce Consistency: Whisk the ravigote sauce thoroughly to ensure a smooth, well-integrated flavor profile. Taste and adjust seasonings carefully.
- Chilling Time: The 10-15 minute refrigeration is crucial - it allows flavors to meld and gives the dish a refreshing temperature.
- Serving Suggestions: For an elegant presentation, serve on a bed of crisp mixed greens or with toasted baguette slices to complement the rich, creamy texture.
- Make Ahead: This dish can be prepared up to a day in advance, making it perfect for entertaining.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 250kcal
Carbohydrates: 2g
Protein: 22g
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Cholesterol: 95mg
