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frozen crab legs how to cook

Frozen Crab Legs How to Cook in Just 7 Easy Steps


  • Author: Julia marin
  • Total Time: 12 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Learn how to cook frozen crab legs easily and quickly.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 pounds frozen crab legs
  • Water
  • 1 lemon (cut into wedges)
  • Butter (for dipping)

Instructions

  1. Fill a large pot with water and bring it to a boil.
  2. Add the frozen crab legs to the boiling water.
  3. Cover the pot and boil for 5-7 minutes.
  4. Remove the crab legs from the pot and let them drain.
  5. Serve with lemon wedges and melted butter.

Notes

  • Do not thaw the crab legs before cooking.
  • Adjust cooking time based on the size of the crab legs.
  • For added flavor, you can add seasonings to the boiling water.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 7 minutes
  • Category: Seafood
  • Method: Boiling
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/2 pound
  • Calories: 200
  • Sugar: 0g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 5g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 0g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 40g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg

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