How to Make Crab Legs with Garlic Butter Sauce - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's something undeniably indulgent about sitting down to a meal of succulent crab legs, particularly when they're bathed in a rich, garlicky butter sauce. The tender, sweet meat of the crab pairs perfectly with the bold, savory flavors of the sauce, making for a truly satisfying dining experience. Whether you're entertaining guests or just treating yourself to a special meal, crab legs with garlic butter sauce are sure to please even the most discerning seafood lovers.

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Ingredients

  • 1 pound Snow Crab clusters, thawed if necessary
  • ¼ cup butter
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 ½ teaspoons dried parsley
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • ⅛ teaspoon salt

Information

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 20 mins
  • Servings: 2

  • Cut a slit, length-wise, into the shell of each piece of crab.
  • Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and cook until translucent, 1 to 2 minutes. Stir in parsley, pepper, and salt. Continue to heat mixture until bubbling.
  • Add crab legs to the skillet; toss to coat with butter mixture. Simmer until completely heated through, 5 to 6 minutes.
  • Serve hot and enjoy!
  • Nutrition

    520 cal.

    • Total Fat: 38g
    • Saturated Fat: 17g
    • Cholesterol: 274mg
    • Sodium: 1031mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 1g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 0g
    • Protein: 44g
    • Vitamin C: 8mg
    • Calcium: 242mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 726mg