The Best Way to Cook Crab Legs
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
4 mins
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Total Time
9 mins
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Servings
2
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Calories
3 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
The Best Way to Cook Crab Legs
Description
The Best Way to Cook Crab Legs involves microwaving thawed king crab legs after cutting them at the joints to fit the microwave size. Wrapping the legs with damp paper towels and fresh dill inside plastic creates steam that gently heats the crab meat. This technique shortens cooking time while preserving the delicate texture of the meat.
Once microwaved for 2 minutes per package, the legs are unwrapped cautiously due to steam. The method leverages pre-steamed, softened shells of Alaskan king crab legs, which makes cracking with kitchen shears easier than with traditional crab crackers.
Serving the crab legs with melted butter and lemon wedges provides a simple, buttery dipping experience that highlights the natural flavor of the crab. Fresh dill adds subtle herbal notes both in cooking and as a garnish.
This method is convenient for quick preparation and has minimal cleanup, suitable for gatherings or a special seafood dinner. Careful unwrapping ensures safety from steam burns.
Ingredients
- 6 king crab legs thawed, Alaskan
- 4 prigs dill for serving, fresh
- butter , melted, for serving
- lemon , cut into wedges, for serving
Instructions
- Cut the crab legs at the oints to fit into your microwave. Wrap 3 legs in damp paper towels with 2 sprigs of fresh dill and wrap tightly in plastic wrap.
- Place the wrapped legs in the microwave 1 package at a time and cook for 2 minutes.
- Remove and carefully unwrap, they’ll be steamy so be careful of the full-facial steam.
- Serve and enjoy with melted butter and plenty of napkins.
Notes
- Use kitchen shears to open the crab legs easily, as steaming softens the shells.
- Be cautious when unwrapping the hot crab legs as steam can cause burns.
- The crab legs used are pre-steamed and thawed before microwaving.
- Serve immediately with melted butter and lemon wedges for dipping.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 3 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 2g | |
| Calories | 3kcal | 0% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 1mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 25mg | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 31IU | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
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