Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsThe Lobster TrapDungeness Crab Recipe

Dungeness Crab Recipe

Inspired by The Lobster Trap
Time30m
Serves2

One pound of crab legs served with corn and new potatoes. (GF)

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Ingredients

    Fill a large pot with water and add salt. Bring it to a boil.

  2. 2

    Cook the Potatoes

    Add the new potatoes to the boiling water and cook for about 15 minutes or until tender.

  3. 3

    Add the Corn

    Add the corn on the cob to the pot with the potatoes and cook for an additional 5 minutes.

  4. 4

    Cook the Crab Legs

    Carefully add the Dungeness crab legs to the pot and cook for about 5-7 minutes until heated through.

  5. 5

    Make the Butter Sauce

    In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat, then add minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

  6. 6

    Serve

    Drain the pot and serve the crab legs, corn, and potatoes on a platter. Drizzle with the garlic butter sauce and garnish with lemon wedges.

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