For an extra layer of flavor, consider adding a pinch of red pepper flakes or a splash of white wine to the garlic butter sauce. If using frozen crab legs, ensure they are fully thawed before cooking to guarantee even heating. Serve immediately to prevent the crab legs from becoming soggy.
Crab Legs with Garlic Butter Sauce
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PREP TIME5 mins
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COOK TIME15 mins
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TOTAL TIME20 mins
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SERVING2 People
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VIEWS703
Indulge in succulent crab legs drenched in a luscious, garlicky butter sauce, ready to grace your table in a mere 20 minutes. This simple yet elegant preparation elevates humble crab legs to a gourmet experience.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate1 g
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Cholesterol274 mg
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Fiber0 g
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Protein44 g
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Saturated Fat17 g
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Sodium1031 mg
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Sugar0 g
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Fat38 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
DIRECTIONS
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01 Step
Recipe View 2 mins Using kitchen shears or a sharp knife, carefully cut a lengthwise slit along the top of each crab leg segment to facilitate even cooking and easy access to the delicate meat. (2 minutes)
02 Step
Recipe View 2 mins In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant and translucent, being careful not to brown it. (1-2 minutes)
03 Step
Recipe View 1 mins Stir in the dried parsley, freshly ground black pepper, and salt, ensuring the mixture is well combined. Allow the butter sauce to gently bubble and the flavors to meld. (1 minute)
04 Step
Recipe View 1 mins Add the crab legs to the skillet, gently tossing them to coat evenly with the aromatic garlic butter sauce. Ensure each leg is well-covered. (1 minute)
05 Step
Recipe View 6 mins Simmer the crab legs in the butter sauce until they are heated through and the meat is tender and succulent. Avoid overcooking to maintain the crab's delicate texture. (5-6 minutes)
06 Step
Recipe View Serve the crab legs immediately while hot, accompanied by lemon wedges and your favorite sides, such as steamed rice, crusty bread, or a fresh salad. Enjoy!
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Izabella Mueller
Jan 11, 2024A restaurant-quality dish that I can easily prepare at home. Thank you for this amazing recipe!
Israel Dicki
Oct 2, 2023So easy to make and incredibly flavorful. My family loved it!
Adolf Batz
Feb 11, 2023Absolutely divine! The garlic butter sauce is the perfect complement to the sweet crab meat.