Dungeness Recipe
Make Dungeness Recipe in just 45m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Optional Sides
Method
Preparing the Crab
- 1
Clean the Crab
Rinse the Dungeness crab under cold running water to remove any sand or debris. Use a brush to scrub the shell if necessary.
- 2
Boil the Crab
Fill a large pot with water, adding a tablespoon of salt. Bring to a boil and carefully add the whole Dungeness crabs. Cover the pot and cook for about 15-20 minutes until the crabs are bright orange.
- 3
Ice Bath
Prepare a large bowl of ice water. Once the crabs are cooked, transfer them to the ice bath to stop the cooking process. Allow them to cool for about 10 minutes.
Cooking the Crab
- 4
Prepare the Garlic Sauce
In a small saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in fresh lemon juice, salt, and black pepper.
- 5
Serve the Crab
Once the crabs are cool, crack the claws and legs to make eating easier. On a serving platter, arrange the crab and drizzle the garlic sauce over the top. Garnish with chopped parsley.