Dungeness Crab Tortellini Recipe

Preparation Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the Carrot-Apple Nage

   In a saucepan, melt 25 grams of butter over medium heat. Add chopped carrots and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add diced apple and cook for another 3 minutes. Pour in enough water to just cover the vegetables, season with salt and pepper, and simmer for 15 minutes. Strain the mixture and reserve the liquid.

2. 2

   Cook the Butternut Squash

   In a separate pot, boil the butternut squash in salted water until tender, around 10 minutes. Drain and purée until smooth. Add crème fraiche, salt, and pepper to taste. Keep warm.

3. 3

   Cook the Tortellini

   Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the tortellini and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

4. 4

   Prepare the Crab Filling

   In a bowl, gently mix the Dungeness crab meat with black pepper and chopped chives. Adjust seasoning if necessary.

5. 5

   Assemble the Dish

   In a large pan, heat olive oil and the remaining butter over medium heat. Add the cooked tortellini and sauté for 2-3 minutes until heated through. On each plate, create a pool of carrot-apple nage, spoon some butternut squash purée, and top with sautéed tortellini. Finish with crab mixture on top, garnish with additional chives.