King Crab Legs (1 Lb) Recipe
Golden king crab Alaskan King Crab. Comes with 1 corn 1 potato
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Ingredients
Thoroughly rinse the king crab legs under cold water to remove any debris. Take the corn and potato, and scrub them clean under running water. Cut the potato into quarters for even cooking.
- 2
Minced Garlic
Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves, setting them aside for later use.
Cooking
- 3
Boil Water
In a large pot, fill with water and add a generous pinch of salt. Bring the water to a rolling boil over high heat.
- 4
Cook the Corn and Potato
Once the water is boiling, add the corn on the cob and potato quarters. Cook for about 10-12 minutes, or until the potato is fork-tender and the corn is bright yellow.
- 5
Add the Crab Legs
Carefully add the king crab legs to the pot and cook for an additional 5-7 minutes until heated through. The crab legs should be bright red and fragrant.
- 6
Prepare the Garlic Butter Sauce
In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Squeeze in the juice of half the lemon and stir in the Old Bay seasoning, salt, and pepper to taste.
Serving
- 7
Plate the Dish
Using tongs, carefully remove the crab legs, corn, and potato from the pot and place them on a serving platter. Drizzle the garlic butter sauce over the crab and vegetables.
- 8
Garnish and Serve
Garnish with lemon wedges and serve immediately while hot. Enjoy your delicious King Crab Legs with corn and potato!