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Ingredients
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Main Ingredient
Butter Sauce
Method
Preparation
- 1
Thaw the Crab
If using frozen Alaskan King Crab legs, place them in the refrigerator for at least 8 hours or overnight to thaw. Alternatively, you can submerge them in cold water for about 30-60 minutes.
- 2
Prepare Butter Sauce
In a small saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over low heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Stir in lemon juice, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper. Keep warm on low heat.
Cooking
- 3
Steam the Crab Legs
Fill a large pot with water and bring to a boil. Place a steamer basket over the pot and arrange the thawed crab legs inside. Cover and steam for about 5-7 minutes until heated through.
- 4
Serve
Carefully remove the crab legs from the steamer. Serve hot with the warm butter sauce on the side for dipping.
