Jul 14 2026

Crab Legs Recipe

Time20m
Serves4

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Ingredients

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Crab Legs Ingredients

Method

Cooking Directions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Crab Legs

    Fill a large pot with water and bring it to a boil. Add the Old Bay seasoning to the boiling water.

  2. 2

    Cook the Crab Legs

    Once the water is boiling, add the crab legs. Cover the pot and let them cook for about 5-7 minutes or until heated through.

  3. 3

    Prepare the Garlic Butter

    While the crab legs are cooking, melt the butter in a small saucepan over low heat. Add minced garlic and let it simmer for a couple of minutes until fragrant.

  4. 4

    Serve

    Remove the crab legs from the pot and serve them hot with the garlic butter and lemon wedges on the side. Garnish with chopped parsley.

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