Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsTrapper's Fishcamp & GrillKing Crab Legs Recipe

King Crab Legs Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

Make King Crab Legs 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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Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Ingredients

    Start by gathering all the ingredients. Ensure the crab legs are thawed if they were previously frozen.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Butter Sauce

    In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Squeeze in the juice of half the lemon and add Old Bay seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine and remove from heat.

  3. 3

    Boil the Crab Legs

    Fill a large pot with water, add a pinch of salt, and bring it to a boil. Once boiling, add the crab legs and cook for about 5-7 minutes until heated through. If the crab legs are pre-cooked, this step is just to warm them up.

  4. 4

    Serve the Crab Legs

    Remove the crab legs from the pot and let them drain. Arrange them on a serving platter and drizzle with the garlic butter sauce. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and lemon wedges on the side.

  5. 5

    Enjoy

    Serve the crab legs hot, and enjoy with extra butter sauce and lemon wedges.

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