Jul 14 2026
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Dungeness Crab (1.9-2.2 Lbs) Recipe

Inspired by The Roasted Crab
Time30m
Serves2

Make Dungeness Crab (1.9-2.2 Lbs) 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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Main Ingredients

Method

Preparation of the Crab

  1. 1

    Prepare the Crab

    Fill a large pot with 4 cups of water. Add 1 tablespoon of salt and bring the water to a rolling boil.

  2. 2

    Cook the Crab

    Once the water is boiling, carefully add the Dungeness crab to the pot. Cover it with a lid and let it cook for 10-15 minutes or until the crab turns bright orange.

  3. 3

    Remove and Cool

    Once cooked, carefully remove the crab from the pot using tongs. Place it on a plate and let it cool for a few minutes before cracking the shell.

Preparation of the Dipping Sauce

  1. 4

    Melt the Butter

    In a small saucepan, melt 1 cup of unsalted butter over low heat.

  2. 5

    Add Garlic

    Once melted, add 4 tablespoons of minced garlic to the butter and sauté for about 2 minutes until fragrant.

  3. 6

    Mix in Lemon Juice and Seasonings

    Stir in 2 tablespoons of lemon juice, 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh parsley, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1 teaspoon of black pepper. Let it simmer for an additional minute.

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