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

King crab legs are a true delicacy that are enjoyed by seafood lovers around the world. These massive, tender legs come from the largest and most impressive species of crab, the king crab. Not only are they delicious, but they also make for an impressive and visually stunning dish when served whole or as part of a seafood feast.

Prepared in a variety of ways, king crab legs can be boiled, steamed, grilled, or baked, and are often served with melted butter, lemon wedges, and a sprinkle...

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Ingredients

  • 3 pounds king crab legs
  • 6 tablespoons butter
  • 1 tablespoon seafood seasoning (such as Old Bay®), or to taste
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • ¼ cup olive oil

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 28 mins
  • Total Time: 38 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Place crab legs in a shallow baking pan.
  • Heat butter in a small saucepan over medium heat until melted, about 3 minutes. Whisk in seafood seasoning, lemon juice, garlic, and olive oil. Brush crab legs with butter mixture and pour any remaining mixture over crab legs.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until opaque and flaky, basting regularly with the butter mixture in the pan, 25 to 35 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    356 cal.

    • Total Fat: 23g
    • Saturated Fat: 9g
    • Cholesterol: 124mg
    • Sodium: 2254mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 1g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 0g
    • Protein: 35g
    • Vitamin C: 14mg
    • Calcium: 109mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 479mg