Description
Learn how to prepare snow crab legs with this simple and foolproof recipe. Enjoy tender, flavorful crab meat with minimal effort and maximum taste.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs snow crab legs (thawed if frozen)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 lemon, sliced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp salt (optional for boiling water)
- 1 tbsp Old Bay seasoning (optional for flavoring water)
Instructions
- Thaw the Crab Legs: If frozen, thaw snow crab legs in the refrigerator overnight or under cold running water for 15–20 minutes.
- Prepare the Cooking Method:
- For steaming: Add 2–3 inches of water to a large pot, insert a steaming basket, and bring to a boil.
- For boiling: Fill a large pot with water, add salt or seasoning if desired, and bring to a boil.
- Cook the Crab Legs:
- Steaming: Place crab legs in the basket, cover, and steam for 5–7 minutes.
- Boiling: Submerge crab legs in boiling water for 4–6 minutes.
- Serve Immediately: Transfer to a serving platter, drizzle with melted butter, and garnish with lemon slices.
Notes
- Serve with garlic butter or your favorite dipping sauces.
- Avoid overcooking, as snow crab legs are typically pre-cooked.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Steaming or Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: Snow crab legs, how to cook crab legs, steamed crab legs, boiled crab legs