Garlic Butter Crab Legs
Ingredients:
• 2 lbs crab legs (king or snow crab), thawed if frozen
• 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
• 5–6 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
• 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning (optional, for a classic flavor)
• 1 tablespoon chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)
• Salt, to taste
• Lemon wedges, for serving
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Instructions:
1. Prep the Crab Legs:
• If needed, use kitchen shears to cut open the shells slightly for easier eating.
• Rinse and pat dry.
2. Make the Garlic Butter:
• In a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter.
• Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1–2 minutes until fragrant (don’t let it brown).
• Stir in lemon juice and Old Bay seasoning (if using). Simmer for 1 minute.
3. Add the Crab Legs:
• Place crab legs in the skillet and spoon the garlic butter over them.
• Cover and cook for 4–6 minutes until heated through, turning occasionally to coat with butter.
4. Serve:
• Transfer crab legs to a platter and pour the remaining garlic butter over the top.
• Garnish with chopped parsley and lemon wedges.
• Serve immediately with extra melted butter for dipping, if desired.
Ingredients:
• 2 lbs crab legs (king or snow crab), thawed if frozen
• 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
• 5–6 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
• 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning (optional, for a classic flavor)
• 1 tablespoon chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)
• Salt, to taste
• Lemon wedges, for serving
⸻
Instructions:
1. Prep the Crab Legs:
• If needed, use kitchen shears to cut open the shells slightly for easier eating.
• Rinse and pat dry.
2. Make the Garlic Butter:
• In a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter.
• Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1–2 minutes until fragrant (don’t let it brown).
• Stir in lemon juice and Old Bay seasoning (if using). Simmer for 1 minute.
3. Add the Crab Legs:
• Place crab legs in the skillet and spoon the garlic butter over them.
• Cover and cook for 4–6 minutes until heated through, turning occasionally to coat with butter.
4. Serve:
• Transfer crab legs to a platter and pour the remaining garlic butter over the top.
• Garnish with chopped parsley and lemon wedges.
• Serve immediately with extra melted butter for dipping, if desired.
Garlic Butter Crab Legs
Ingredients:
• 2 lbs crab legs (king or snow crab), thawed if frozen
• 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
• 5–6 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
• 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning (optional, for a classic flavor)
• 1 tablespoon chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)
• Salt, to taste
• Lemon wedges, for serving
⸻
Instructions:
1. Prep the Crab Legs:
• If needed, use kitchen shears to cut open the shells slightly for easier eating.
• Rinse and pat dry.
2. Make the Garlic Butter:
• In a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter.
• Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1–2 minutes until fragrant (don’t let it brown).
• Stir in lemon juice and Old Bay seasoning (if using). Simmer for 1 minute.
3. Add the Crab Legs:
• Place crab legs in the skillet and spoon the garlic butter over them.
• Cover and cook for 4–6 minutes until heated through, turning occasionally to coat with butter.
4. Serve:
• Transfer crab legs to a platter and pour the remaining garlic butter over the top.
• Garnish with chopped parsley and lemon wedges.
• Serve immediately with extra melted butter for dipping, if desired.
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