Dungeness Crab Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

Fresh and succulent Dungeness crab, a signature dish of Pier Market Seafood Restaurant.

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Ingredients

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Dungeness Crab Ingredients

Method

Preparation and Cooking Directions

1

Prepare the Crab

Fill a large pot with 8 cups of water and add 1 cup of sea salt. Bring the water to a rolling boil.

2

Cook the Crab

Carefully add the live Dungeness crabs to the boiling water. Cover the pot and cook for about 10-15 minutes, until the crabs turn bright orange.

3

Make the Butter Sauce

In a small saucepan, melt 1 cup of butter over low heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Stir in 1 tablespoon of fresh chopped parsley.

4

Serve

Remove the crabs from the pot and let them cool slightly. Serve with lemon wedges and drizzle with garlic butter sauce.