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crab legs in butter sauce

Crab Legs in Butter Sauce: 7 Steps to Culinary Bliss


  • Author: Julia marin
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Low Fat

Description

Delicious crab legs cooked in a rich butter sauce.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 pounds crab legs
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, bring water to a boil.
  2. Add crab legs and cook for 5-7 minutes.
  3. While the crab legs are cooking, melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat.
  4. Add minced garlic to the butter and sauté for 2 minutes.
  5. Stir in lemon juice, parsley, salt, and pepper.
  6. Drain crab legs and transfer to a serving dish.
  7. Pour butter sauce over crab legs and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Serve with lemon wedges.
  • Adjust garlic quantity according to taste.
  • Pair with crusty bread for dipping.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Seafood
  • Method: Boiling and sautéing
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 0g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 30g
  • Saturated Fat: 15g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 2g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 40g
  • Cholesterol: 100mg

Keywords: crab legs, butter sauce, seafood recipe