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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Crab
Preheat your broiler to high. If your crab legs are frozen, thaw them under cold water. Cut the crab legs in half lengthwise to expose the meat.
- 2
Make the Spicy Butter Sauce
In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Stir in the olive oil, red chili flakes, paprika, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Mix well and remove from heat.
- 3
Broil the Crab
Place the crab legs on a baking sheet, cut side up. Brush generously with the spicy butter sauce. Broil in the oven for about 5-7 minutes, or until the meat is heated through and starts to brown.
- 4
