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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Crab
Thaw the Alaskan King Crab legs in the refrigerator overnight or under cold running water for about 30 minutes. Rinse them under cold water and set aside.
- 2
Make the Garlic Butter
In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the butter. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in the juice of half a lemon, Old Bay seasoning, and parsley.
- 3
Cook the Crab
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the crab legs and cook for 5-7 minutes if thawed, or 8-10 minutes if frozen. The crab should be heated through and vibrant in color.
- 4
