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Boiled Crab Leg Recipe

Boil Crab Legs Recipe

"Indulge in succulent crab legs with this simple stovetop recipe. Thaw, boil, and enjoy tender crab meat in just minutes. Perfect for a quick and delicious seafood feast!"
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, seafood
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Additional Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Calories: 550kcal
Author: Anne Carter
Servings: 4

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Tongs or slotted spoon
  • Serving Platter
  • Clean towel (optional)

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs Crab legs (fresh or frozen)
  • Water
  • 1 tbsp Salt
  • Lemon
  • Melted butter

Instructions

  • Thaw crab legs in refrigerator overnight or under cold running water.
  • Rinse thawed crab legs to remove ice crystals and debris.
  • Fill a large pot with water and salt, bring to a boil.
  • Gently add crab legs to boiling water, fully submerge them.
  • Boil crab legs for 4-6 minutes until heated through, avoid overcooking.
  • Using tongs or slotted spoon, remove crab legs from pot.
  • Transfer crab legs to a serving platter, pat dry if desired.
  • Serve immediately with melted butter and lemon wedges for squeezing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 550kcal | Protein: 70g | Fat: 40g | Cholesterol: 300mg | Sodium: 2000mg
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