Baked King Crab Recipe
User Reviews
4.5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
4 people
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Calories
388 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Baked King Crab Recipe
Description
This recipe calls for cutting king crab legs to expose the meat before baking at 400°F for 20 minutes, covered with foil to retain moisture. The baking gently heats the crab, making it tender and ready to absorb the flavored butter.
The butter is whipped with sriracha for heat, lemon juice for brightness, sugar to temper acidity, and smoked paprika for smokiness. Once the crab comes out of the oven, the spiced butter is spooned over the meat, and extra paprika and fresh chopped parsley or chives garnish the dish, adding color and herbaceous notes.
The resulting dish combines the natural sweetness of king crab with a layered flavor profile, suitable as a main seafood course or as an appetizer, served immediately to enjoy the warm crab meat and rich butter sauce.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs (1kg) king crab legs
- 1 tick butter room temperature and softened, unsalted
- 1 teaspoon sriracha
- 1 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1/2 tablespoon sugar
- 3 dashes smoked paprika and more for dusting
- 1 tablespoon parsley and/or chives, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (207°C). Cut the king crab legs into shorter segments using scissors. Then, cut the segments lengthwise to expose the crab meat. Alternatively, you can cut the top part of the shell to reveal the crab meat. Arrange the king crab legs on a baking tray and bake for 20 minutes. Cover with aluminum foil to prevent the crab from drying out.
- Meanwhile, prepare the Sriracha Lemon Butter by whipping the softened butter with a whisk. Add the Sriracha, lemon juice, and sugar, and whisk until well combined. Set aside.
- As soon as the crab is out of the oven, spoon the butter over the crab meat. Sprinkle with additional smoked paprika and garnish with chopped parsley or chives. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 388 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 4people | |
| Calories | 388kcal | 19% |
| Carbohydrates | 2g | 1% |
| Protein | 42g | 84% |
| Fat | 24g | 37% |
| Saturated Fat | 15g | 75% |
| Cholesterol | 156mg | 52% |
| Sodium | 1927mg | 80% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.5
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