Belgian Endive Stuffed with Crabmeat Ravigote

Name: Belgian Endive Stuffed with Crabmeat Ravigote
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup mayonnaise; 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard; 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice; 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic; 1/4 teaspoon hot red pepper sauce; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 2 tablespoons chopped green onions; 1/4 cup seeded, small diced tomatoes; 2 tablespoons small capers, drained; 1 tablespoon minced shallots; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley; 1 pound lump crabmeat, picked over for shells and cartilage; 4 heads Belgian endive, cored, leaves separated and wiped clean; 1 head radicchio Treviso, cored, leaves separated and wiped clean; 2 bunches fresh watercress, garnish

Servings: persons

1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
1/4 teaspoon hot red pepper sauce
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons chopped green onions
1/4 cup seeded, small diced tomatoes
2 tablespoons small capers, drained
1 tablespoon minced shallots
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
1 pound lump crabmeat, picked over for shells and cartilage
4 heads Belgian endive, cored, leaves separated and wiped clean
1 head radicchio Treviso, cored, leaves separated and wiped clean
2 bunches fresh watercress, garnish

1
In a bowl, combine the mayonnaise, mustard, lemon juice, garlic, hot sauce, and salt.
2
Whisk to combine.
3
Fold in the green onions, tomatoes, capers, shallots, and parsley.
4
Gently fold in the crabmeat, turning to gently coat with the dressing and being careful not to break up the lumps.
5
Adjust seasoning, to taste.
6
Spoon a heaping tablespoon of the stuffing into endive and radicchio leaves.
7
Arrange the watercress and stuffed endives and radicchio decoratively on a platter and serve as an hors d'oeuvre.
8
Alternately, place the watercress on 8 small plates and drizzle with extra-virgin olive oil.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard, 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice, 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic, and more.

Yes, Belgian Endive Stuffed with Crabmeat Ravigote falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!