Crab Recipe

Time30m

Serves4

Juicy crab served with drawn butter.

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Ingredients

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1
Prepare the pot
In a large pot, combine 4 cups of water and 2 tablespoons of salt. Bring the mixture to a rolling boil over high heat.
2
Add the crab legs
Once the water is boiling, carefully add 2 lbs of crab legs to the pot. Ensure they are submerged in the water.
3
Cook the crab
Cover the pot and let the crab cook for 5-7 minutes or until the shells turn a bright red color. Remove the pot from heat.
4
Drain and serve
Using tongs, carefully remove the crab legs from the pot and place them on a serving platter. Allow to cool slightly before serving.

5
Melt the butter
In a small saucepan over low heat, melt 1 cup of unsalted butter until fully liquid.
6
Add flavorings
Once melted, stir in 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, 1 teaspoon of minced garlic, and salt to taste.
7
Serve
Pour the drawn butter into small serving bowls alongside the crab legs for dipping.