Dungeness Crab Recipe

Time40m

Serves2

1 pound

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Ingredients

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1
Cleaning the Crab
Rinse the Dungeness crab under cold running water to remove any sand or debris. Ensure the crab is clean before cooking.
2
Preparing the Cooking Setup
Fill a large pot with water, add salt and bring it to a rolling boil.

3
Cooking the Crab
Once the water is boiling, carefully add the cleaned crab to the pot. Cover and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until the crab is bright orange and cooked through.
4
Making the Garlic Butter Sauce
In a separate pan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Stir in lemon juice, Old Bay seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Cook for another 2 minutes, then remove from heat.

5
Plating the Crab
Using tongs, carefully remove the crab from the pot and let it drain. Place it on a serving platter and drizzle the garlic butter sauce over the top. Garnish with chopped parsley.
6
Enjoying Your Crab
Serve the crab hot with additional lemon wedges and your favorite dipping sauces.