Flavored Grilled Crab Legs Recipe
"Indulge in succulent grilled crab, brushed with a flavorful buttery garlic marinade. Perfect for summer barbecues, this dish is a seafood lover's dream. Enjoy the irresistible flavors!"
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Calories: 760kcal
Servings: 4
Equipment
- Outdoor grill
- Grill brush or tongs
- Bowl for mixing
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1/2 cup minced garlic
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
- 4 pound Snow Crab clusters, thawed if necessary
Instructions
- Gather Ingredients: Collect all necessary ingredients for the recipe.
- Preheat Grill: Preheat an outdoor grill to high heat and lightly oil the grate.
- Prepare Marinade: In a bowl, whisk together butter, olive oil, and garlic until well combined.
- Brush Crab: Generously brush the buttery garlic mixture onto the crab.
- Grill Crab: Place the crab on the preheated grill and cook, turning once, until the shell just starts to brown, about 5 to 6 minutes.
- Serve: Once done, serve the grilled crab with lemon wedges and additional melted butter if desired.
- Enjoy: This dish is perfect for any seafood-loving occasion. Savor the smoky aroma and juicy goodness of grilled crab straight from the grill to your plate!
Notes
- If using frozen crab legs, thaw them completely by placing the legs in a large bowl of cold water for 20-30 minutes before rinsing. This thawing step helps ensure the crab legs cook evenly when grilled.
- Once thawed, preheat the grill to high heat before placing the crab legs onto the hot grates. Whether using fresh or previously frozen crab legs, a hot grill is key for proper cooking.
- Don't overcook the crab legs � they'll take on an unpleasant rubbery texture.
- If you can find the crab legs already split, that's ideal. But if they are unsplit, be sure to split them yourself before cooking. Splitting the legs allows the seasonings and heat to fully penetrate the crab meat, bringing out the most flavor.
Nutrition
Serving: 1g | Calories: 760kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 60g | Fat: 70g | Cholesterol: 300mg | Sodium: 1500mg