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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Serving Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Crab Legs
Rinse the Dungeness crab legs under cold water to remove any debris.
- 2
Boil the Water
In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Once boiling, add 2 tablespoons of Old Bay seasoning to the water.
- 3
Cook the Crab Legs
Carefully add the crab legs to the boiling water. Cover the pot and boil for 5-7 minutes until the crab is heated through.
Serving
- 4
Prepare the Garlic Butter
In a small saucepan, melt 1 cup of butter over low heat. Add 2 tablespoons of minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes. Stir in the chopped parsley.
- 5
Plate the Crab Legs
Remove the crab legs from the pot and place them on a serving platter. Serve with lemon wedges on the side.
- 6