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Steamed King Crab Legs with Garlic Lemon Butter

Steamed King Crab Legs with Garlic Lemon Butter Bliss

Elevate dinner with Steamed King Crab Legs with Garlic Lemon Butter, a speedy, gluten-free dish that transforms any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 legs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Seafood
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crab
  • 2 lbs King Crab Legs frozen is acceptable if pre-cooked
For the Garlic Lemon Butter
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter substitute with olive oil for a lighter sauce
  • 4 cloves Garlic fresh garlic delivers the best flavor
  • 2 Tbsp Lemon Juice brightens the dish
  • 1 Tbsp Lemon Zest adds flavor
  • 1/4 cup Parsley can be omitted if not available
For Flavoring
  • 1 Tbsp Old Bay Seasoning optional
  • 2 cups Water
  • 1 cup White Wine or all water

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Steamer basket
  • Kitchen shears
  • Small Saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Rinse the frozen King crab legs under cold running water to remove ice residue and cut them into manageable sections.
  2. In a large pot, pour in 2 cups of water and 1 cup of white wine. Add lemon slices and Old Bay seasoning. Bring to a boil.
  3. Arrange the crab legs in the steamer basket, cover, and steam for 6-8 minutes if thawed, or 8-10 minutes if frozen.
  4. Melt 1/2 cup of unsalted butter in a small saucepan, add minced garlic, sauté until fragrant (2-3 minutes), then stir in lemon juice, zest, and parsley.
  5. Transfer steamed crab legs to a platter, brush with garlic lemon butter, and serve with remaining sauce and lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1legCalories: 320kcalProtein: 34gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 1000mgPotassium: 300mgVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Avoid overcooking the crab legs for best texture. Use fresh garlic for maximum flavor. Serve immediately for optimal taste.

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