Snow Crab Legs Recipe
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Dipping Sauce
Method
Preparing the Crab
- 1
Step 1: Boil Water
In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil over high heat. Add 2 tablespoons of sea salt to the boiling water.
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Step 2: Add Crab Legs
Once the water is boiling, carefully add 2 pounds of snow crab legs to the pot. Let them boil for about 5-7 minutes until they are heated through.
- 3
Step 3: Remove from Heat
After boiling, use tongs to remove the crab legs from the pot and place them on a serving platter.
Making Dipping Sauce
- 4
Step 4: Melt Butter
In a small saucepan, melt 1 cup of butter over low heat.
- 5
Step 5: Add Garlic
Once the butter is melted, add 4 minced garlic cloves to the saucepan and sauté for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
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Step 6: Mix in Lemon Juice and Seasoning
Stir in 2 tablespoons of lemon juice, 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh parsley, and 1 teaspoon of black pepper. Cook for an additional 1 minute.
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Step 7: Serve
Pour the dipping sauce into a small bowl and serve alongside the crab legs.