How to Make Grilled King Crab Legs - A Step-by-Step Guide

Grilled king crab legs are a delicacy that many seafood lovers dream about. The sweet, tender meat of the king crab is perfectly complemented by the smoky charred flavor that comes from grilling. This recipe is an impressive way to showcase the natural flavors of the crab while also enjoying the thrill of grilling outdoors.

King crab is known for its large, meaty legs that are full of succulent, juicy meat. These crab legs are typically already cooked when you purchase them, so the gr...

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Ingredients

  • 8 sheets aluminum foil
  • 3 ½ pounds Alaskan king crab legs
  • 1 lemon, quartered
  • ½ cup butter, divided, or more to taste
  • ½ cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 5 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt, or more to taste
  • freshly ground black pepper to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 3 1/2 pounds

  • Preheat grill for medium heat.
  • Lay 4 sheets of aluminum foil on a work surface; place 1 crab leg on each sheet. Squeeze 1 lemon quarter on each crab leg; place squeezed lemon quarter next to each crab leg. Cut 1/4 cup butter into small cubes; dot crab legs. Sprinkle parsley and chopped garlic on each crab leg. Season each crab leg with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper.
  • Cover each crab leg with remaining sheets of aluminum foil; roll top and bottom edges together to create sealed packets.
  • Cook packets on preheated grill until crab legs are bright pink on the outside and the meat is opaque, about 20 minutes.
  • Melt remaining butter in a small saucepan over low heat; serve with crab.
  • Nutrition

    646 cal.

    • Total Fat: 43g
    • Saturated Fat: 18g
    • Cholesterol: 353mg
    • Sodium: 1595mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 5g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 0g
    • Protein: 60g
    • Vitamin C: 42mg
    • Calcium: 351mg
    • Iron: 9mg
    • Potassium: 1063mg