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Alaskan King Crab Cocktail Recipe

Inspired by Surf Restaurant
Time30m
Serves4

Make Alaskan King Crab Cocktail Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Crab Cocktail

Cocktail Sauce

Method

Preparing the Crab

1

Cook the Crab

Fill a large pot with water and add salt. Bring the water to a boil. Once boiling, add the Alaskan King Crab legs and cook for 5-7 minutes, until heated through.

2

Cool and Crack

Remove the crab legs from the pot and place them in a bowl of ice water to cool for a few minutes. Once cooled, carefully crack the legs and remove the crab meat. Set aside.

Preparing the Butter

3

Melt the Butter

In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Season with salt and black pepper.

Making the Cocktail Sauce

4

Mix the Sauce

In a small bowl, combine ketchup, horseradish, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, and hot sauce. Mix well until fully combined.

Serving

5

Plate the Dish

Arrange the crab meat on a serving platter. Drizzle with garlic butter and serve with cocktail sauce on the side.

6

Garnish

Garnish with lemon wedges for an extra touch of flavor and presentation.