Dungeness Crab (local) Recipe
Closest relation to blue crab. A local favorite. Served with garlic rolls and butter.
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Ingredients
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Dungeness Crab
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Crab
Fill a large pot with water, add salt, and bring it to a boil. Carefully add the Dungeness crabs to the boiling water and cover the pot. Cook for about 12-15 minutes or until the crabs turn bright orange. Remove the crabs from the pot and let them cool.
- 2
Make the Garlic Butter
In a small saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over low heat. Add minced garlic cloves and sauté until fragrant (about 1-2 minutes). Stir in chopped fresh parsley, salt, and black pepper. Remove from heat and set aside.
- 3
Prepare the Garlic Rolls
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Slice the French bread rolls in half and brush the inside with some of the garlic butter mixture. Place them on a baking sheet and bake for about 10 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
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