Easterns' Maryland Blue Crab Ravioli
Handmade pasta filled with sweet crab meat and served with a garlic butter sauce, celebrating Maryland's iconic blue crab. This italian-inspired pasta ready in about 75 minutes pairs all-purpose flour, large eggs, (fresh or thawed) blue crab meat for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 lb (fresh or thawed) blue crab meat
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 cloves (minced) garlic
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp (chopped) chives
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: On a clean surface, mound flour and make a well in the center. Crack eggs into the well, then gradually add flour, mixing until a dough forms. Knead for 5-7 minutes until smooth. Wrap in plastic and let rest 30 minutes.
- Step 2: In a bowl, combine crab meat, cream, Parmesan, garlic, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Step 3: Roll out dough to 1/8-inch thickness. Cut into 3-inch rounds. Place 1 tbsp crab mixture in the center of each round, then fold in half and press edges to seal. Repeat.
- Step 4: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add ravioli and cook for 3-4 minutes until floating. Drain.
- Step 5: In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Stir in chives, remaining 1/2 tsp salt, and remaining 1/4 tsp pepper. Add cooked ravioli and toss to coat evenly.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Easterns' Maryland Blue Crab Ravioli take to make?
Total time is about 75 minutes (60 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Easterns' Maryland Blue Crab Ravioli?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep all-purpose flour from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Easterns' Maryland Blue Crab Ravioli?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Easterns' Maryland Blue Crab Ravioli for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Easterns' Maryland Blue Crab Ravioli?
Italian pasta like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Kids gobbled it up without complaints — that's a 5-star in my book.
- ★★★★★
Swapped butter for olive oil to keep it lighter. Still delicious.
- ★★★★☆
Nice recipe! Presentation was beautiful. Flavor was good, not great.
