Jul 14 2026
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King Crab Legs With Salt And Black Pepper Recipe

Inspired by The Roasted Crab
Time20m
Serves2

Make King Crab Legs With Salt And Black Pepper Recipe in just 20m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Serving Suggestions

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Crab Legs

    If the king crab legs are frozen, thaw them in the refrigerator overnight or run them under cold water until thawed.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Cooking Water

    In a large pot, add 4 cups of water, 2 tablespoons of salt, and bring it to a boil over high heat.

Cooking

  1. 3

    Cook the Crab Legs

    Once the water is boiling, carefully add the thawed king crab legs to the pot. Allow the legs to boil for 5-7 minutes until heated through.

  2. 4

    Add Black Pepper

    During the last minute of cooking, sprinkle 1 tablespoon of black pepper over the crab legs for added flavor.

  3. 5

    Remove and Drain

    Using tongs, carefully remove the crab legs from the pot and place them on a platter to drain.

Serving

  1. 6

    Serve with Accompaniments

    Serve the crab legs hot with lemon wedges and melted butter on the side for dipping.

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