Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
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 tbsp chopped parsley
lemon wedges optional
INSTRUCTIONS :
1) Over medium heat, add 3 inches of water to a big, deep saucepan. Water is brought to a boil.
2) Use a seafood cracker to break the crab legs.
3)Cover the pot after adding the crab legs.
4)Cook the crab until well cooked, about 5-7 minutes. If using raw crab, cook for 10 to 12 minutes or until the meat is opaque and reddish-orange.
5)Crab legs should be drained and covered to stay warm.
6)In the saucepan, melt the butter. Cook for another 30 seconds after adding the garlicup Add the salt, pepper, and parsley after removing the pan from the heat.
7)Bring the crab back to the stove and stir in the garlic butter to coat. If preferred, garnish with lemon slices
and serve right away.
NUTRITION
Calories: 206kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 16g |Cholesterol: 61mg | Sodium: 203mg | Sugar: 1g |Calcium: 10mg