6 Blue Crab #1 Recipe
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Optional Dipping Sauce
Method
Cooking the Crabs
- 1
Prepare the Crabs
If using live blue crabs, ensure they are alive before cooking. Rinse them under cold water to remove any sand or debris.
- 2
Boil the Crabs
Fill a large pot with water and bring it to a rolling boil. Add Old Bay seasoning to the boiling water.
- 3
Add the Crabs
Carefully add the crabs to the boiling water. Cover the pot and cook for about 15-20 minutes until the crabs turn bright orange.
- 4
Drain and Cool
Once cooked, drain the crabs and let them cool for a few minutes before serving.
Preparing the Dipping Sauce
- 5
Melt the Butter
In a small saucepan, melt 1 cup of butter over low heat.
- 6
Add Garlic
Once the butter is melted, add minced garlic cloves and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- 7
Add Lemon Juice and Parsley
Stir in lemon juice and chopped parsley. Mix well and remove from heat.