Crab Legs with Garlic Butter
These crab legs are steamed to perfection, then tossed in a flavorful garlic butter sauce. A simple, yet satisfying way to enjoy fresh seafood, and it takes just minutes to put together! Crab legs make for a great appetizer or main course option.
Servings 4
Calories 206kcal
Ingredients
- 6 pounds crab legs Dungeness crab, king crab, snow crab or a combination of different types
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
- lemon wedges optional
Instructions
- Place 3 inches of water in a large, deep pot over medium heat. Bring the water to a boil.
- Crack the crab legs with a seafood cracker.
- Place the crab legs in the pot and cover.
- Cook for 5-7 minutes until crab is heated through. If you have raw crab, cook for 10-12 minutes until flesh is red/orange and opaque.
- Drain the crab legs and cover to keep warm.
- Melt the butter in the pot. Add the garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds. Turn off the heat and stir in the salt, pepper and parsley.
- Return the crab to the pot and toss to coat with the garlic butter. Serve immediately, with lemon wedges if desired.
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Nutrition
Calories: 206kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Cholesterol: 61mg | Sodium: 203mg | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 709IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 10mg