How to Make Instant Pot Simple Steamed Crab Legs - A Step-by-Step Guide

Crab legs are a delicious and indulgent seafood option that are perfect for a special occasion or a luxurious dinner at home. If you're looking for a quick and easy way to cook crab legs, then using an Instant Pot is the way to go. The Instant Pot allows you to steam crab legs to perfection in just a few minutes, making it a convenient and efficient way to prepare this decadent dish.

With the Instant Pot, you can have tender and juicy crab legs in no time, without the need for a large...

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Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups water
  • 2 pounds frozen king crab legs
  • 1 medium lemon, juiced
  • ⅓ cup butter, melted

Information

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Additional Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 25 mins
  • Servings: 4

  • Gather all ingredients.
  • Place a trivet in a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot) and add water. Place crab legs on top of the trivet; you may need to let them thaw for a few minutes so they will fit.
  • Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set the timer for 3 minutes. Allow 10 minutes for pressure to build.
  • Release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid.
  • Use tongs to transfer crab legs to a serving dish.
  • Squeeze lemon juice on top and serve with melted butter.
  • Nutrition

    199 cal.

    • Total Fat: 16g
    • Saturated Fat: 10g
    • Cholesterol: 83mg
    • Sodium: 324mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 0g
    • Protein: 13g
    • Vitamin C: 6mg
    • Calcium: 41mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 244mg