🌶️pepper Garlic Crab Recipe
Whole Dungeness Crab in garlic and black pepper sauce.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Crab
Rinse the whole Dungeness crabs under cold water to remove any debris. Place them in a large pot of boiling salted water and cook for 10-12 minutes. Drain and set aside to cool.
- 2
Make the Sauce
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes. Stir in black pepper, soy sauce, and lemon juice. Cook for another 2-3 minutes.
- 3
- 4
Garnish and Serve
Chop the green onions and sprinkle over the crabs just before serving. Adjust salt to taste. Serve hot with lemon wedges on the side.





