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king crab legs recipe boiled

King Crab Legs Recipe Boiled: 17 Minutes to Seafood Bliss


  • Author: Julia marin
  • Total Time: 17 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

A simple and delicious boiled king crab legs recipe.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 pounds of king crab legs
  • 1/4 cup of melted butter
  • 1 lemon, cut into wedges
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  1. Fill a large pot with water and bring it to a boil.
  2. Add salt to the boiling water.
  3. Add the king crab legs to the pot.
  4. Boil for 5-7 minutes.
  5. Remove the crab legs and drain.
  6. Serve with melted butter and lemon wedges.

Notes

  • Ensure the crab legs are thawed if previously frozen.
  • Adjust cooking time based on the size of the legs.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 7 minutes
  • Category: Seafood
  • Method: Boiling
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/2 pound
  • Calories: 200
  • Sugar: 0g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 0g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 100mg

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