King Crab Legs - How To Make
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King crab legs are a high protein seafood choice that can transform any meal into a special occasion. They are also easy to prepare!
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Ingredients
- 8 frozen King crab legs (about 6 ounces each)
- Lemon wedges (for serving)
Instructions
- Thaw the Crab Legs: If your king crab legs are frozen, you’ll need to thaw them first. The best way to do this is by placing them in the refrigerator overnight. For a quicker method, you can run them under cold water for a few minutes.
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350F.
- To steam, fill a large pot with water, with a steamer insert, and bring to a boil. Steam the legs for about 8 to 10 minutes, until heated though, then drain and serve. If frozen, cook 10 to 12 minutes, until hot.
- If you would rather use the microwave, you can put a wet paper towels around the legs and microwave on high 3 to 4 minutes.
- Squeeze some lemon on them and dig in!
- Prepare the Baking Pan: Place the crab legs in a single layer in a large baking dish. You may need to cut them at the joints to fit them in the pan properly.
- Add Liquid: Pour just enough water into the baking dish to cover the bottom (about 1/4 cup). This will steam the crab legs as it bakes, keeping it moist.
- Cover with Foil: Seal the baking dish with aluminum foil to keep the steam in.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the oven and bake for about 15 to 20 minutes. The crab is already cooked, so you’re just heating it through.
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Notes
- Serve the crab legs with melted butter for dipping and lemon wedges for a bit of brightness. Garnish with fresh herbs if desired.
- Helpful Tips:
- Don't overcook: Avoid overcooking which can make it tough.
- Cracking the Shell: You might want to crack the shells before heating, so they’re easier to open after they’re heated. I find it easiest to do with a kitchen scissor.
- Melted Butter: A little goes a long way, this is where the calories quickly add up!
- Use Tools: Have crab crackers and seafood forks on hand to help get the meat out of the shell.
Nutrition Information
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Serving
2legs
Calories
380kcal
(19%)
Protein
83g
(166%)
Fat
2.5g
(4%)
Saturated Fat
0.5g
(3%)
Cholesterol
190mg
(63%)
Sodium
3792mg
(158%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 380 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 2legs | |
| Calories | 380kcal | 19% |
| Protein | 83g | 166% |
| Fat | 2.5g | 4% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.5g | 3% |
| Cholesterol | 190mg | 63% |
| Sodium | 3792mg | 158% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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