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Crab Leg Recipe

A delicious and indulgent recipe for perfectly cooked crab legs, ideal for special occasions or cozy nights in.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Seafood
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2 pounds crab legs preferably snow or king crab
  • Water enough to fill the pot
  • 2 tablespoons salt
  • 1 cup butter for dipping
  • Lemon for garnish

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Steamer basket (optional)
  • Long tongs
  • Sharp knife or crab cracker
  • Serving platter

Method
 

  1. Fill a large pot with water and add 2 tablespoons of salt.
  2. Heat the pot on high until the water reaches a rolling boil.
  3. Carefully place the crab legs in the boiling water using long tongs.
  4. Let the crab legs cook for about 5 to 7 minutes.
  5. While the crab legs are cooking, melt the butter in a small saucepan over low heat.
  6. Once cooked, use tongs to remove the crab legs from the pot and place them on a serving platter.
  7. Garnish the crab legs with lemon wedges.
  8. Serve with melted butter and enjoy!

Notes

Serve with a variety of dipping sauces and fresh sides that complement the rich flavor of crab.