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crab legs with sides

Crab Legs with Sides: 5 Delectable Pairings for Blissful Bites


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

Description

Delicious crab legs served with flavorful sides.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 lbs crab legs
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 1 lemon, cut into wedges
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon Old Bay seasoning
  • Salt to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish

Instructions

  1. Fill a large pot with water and bring it to a boil.
  2. Add salt and Old Bay seasoning to the boiling water.
  3. Add crab legs to the pot and cook for 5-7 minutes.
  4. In a separate pan, melt butter over medium heat and add minced garlic.
  5. Cook garlic until fragrant, then remove from heat.
  6. Drain crab legs and serve with garlic butter and lemon wedges.
  7. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

  • Adjust seasoning as desired.
  • Serve with your choice of side dishes.
  • Use kitchen shears to cut crab legs for easier eating.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Seafood
  • Method: Boiling
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 0g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 0g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 100mg

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