Snow Crab Legs Recipe
Make Snow Crab Legs Recipe in just 20m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Dipping Sauce
Method
Cooking the Crab Legs
- 1
Prepare the Pot
In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a rolling boil. Add 2 tablespoons of sea salt to the boiling water.
- 2
Add Crab Legs
Once the water is boiling, carefully add the 2 pounds of snow crab legs to the pot. Ensure they are submerged in the water.
- 3
Cook the Crab Legs
Cover the pot and let the crab legs cook for 5-7 minutes until heated through. The crab legs are pre-cooked, so you are simply reheating them.
- 4
Drain and Serve
After cooking, carefully drain the crab legs in a colander. Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side.
Making the Dipping Sauce
- 5
Melt the Butter
In a small saucepan, melt 1 cup of butter over low heat.
- 6
Add Ingredients
Once the butter is melted, add 2 tablespoons of minced garlic, 2 tablespoons of lemon juice, 1 tablespoon of Dijon mustard, and 1 tablespoon of chopped parsley.
- 7
Mix and Heat
Stir the mixture well and heat for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Do not let it boil.
- 8
Serve with Crab Legs
Transfer the dipping sauce to a small bowl and serve alongside the crab legs.
