Crab Legs with Garlic Lemon Butter
User Reviews
4.5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
5 mins
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Total Time
15 mins
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Servings
2 people
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Calories
401 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Crab Legs with Garlic Lemon Butter
Description
The recipe starts by halving thawed king crab legs to expose the flesh, allowing the garlic lemon butter to penetrate during baking. The butter is melted and combined with minced garlic, chopped parsley, and lemon juice to create a flavorful drizzle. Baking the crab legs for about 5 minutes gently warms the meat without overcooking it, preserving a tender texture.
Serving the crab legs immediately with reserved garlic lemon butter and fresh lemon slices invites diners to enhance each bite with additional citrus and buttery garlic flavors. This simple approach accentuates the crab's natural taste and offers a straightforward method to enjoy seafood with minimal preparation.
Ingredients
- 1 lb (500g) king crab legs
- 1/2 tick butter melted, salted
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon parsley chopped
- 1/2 tablespoon lemon juice
- lemon slices
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Thaw the crab legs if they are frozen. Using a sharp knife or a pair of scissors, slice or cut the crab legs in half to expose the flesh. Arrange them evenly on a baking sheet or tray.
- Melt the butter in the microwave for about 30 seconds. Add the garlic, parsley, and lemon juice to the melted butter, and stir to combine. Drizzle and spread the butter mixture over the crab, saving some for dipping.
- Bake the crab legs in the oven for about 5 minutes, or until they are heated through. Serve immediately with the remaining garlic lemon butter and lemon slices. Squeeze some lemon juice over the crab before eating.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 401 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 2people | |
| Calories | 401kcal | 20% |
| Carbohydrates | 2g | 1% |
| Protein | 42g | 84% |
| Fat | 24g | 37% |
| Saturated Fat | 15g | 75% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 156mg | 52% |
| Sodium | 2080mg | 87% |
| Potassium | 502mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 0.2g | 1% |
| Sugar | 0.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 930IU | 19% |
| Vitamin C | 21mg | 23% |
| Calcium | 122mg | 12% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.5
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