Boiled Alaskan Snow Crab
Dive into the ultimate seafood feast with this easy and flavorful Boiled Alaskan Snow Crab recipe. Featuring sweet, tender crab legs boiled to perfection in a seasoned water bath with zesty lemon, a hint of garlic, and (optional) Old Bay seasoning, this dish is a celebration of fresh ocean flavors. Ready in just 25 minutes, including prep time, it's an effortless way to elevate your dinner table for a special occasion or a casual indulgence. Serve these vibrant crab legs with melted butter for dipping and lemon wedges for a burst of freshness, creating a meal that's equal parts luxurious and approachable. Perfect for seafood lovers, this recipe highlights sustainability and the natural sweetness of Alaskan Snow Crab, making it a must-try addition to your collection!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Alaskan Snow Crab legs
- 8 cups Water
- 2 tablespoons Salt
- 1 whole Lemon
- 4 whole Garlic cloves (optional, for added flavor)
- 2 tablespoons Old Bay seasoning (optional)
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter (for serving)
Instructions
Prepare the crab legs by rinsing them under cold water to remove any ice crystals or debris.
In a large stockpot, bring 8 cups of water to a boil over high heat.
Stir in the salt, juice from half the lemon, and (optional) garlic cloves and Old Bay seasoning for extra flavor.
Reduce the heat slightly once the water is boiling, and gently add the crab legs to the pot. Make sure they are fully submerged. If not, carefully rotate them halfway through the cooking process.
Cover the pot with a lid and allow the crab legs to boil for 4-6 minutes. Frozen crab legs will take closer to 6 minutes to heat through, while thawed legs may only take 4-5 minutes.
While the crab legs are boiling, melt the unsalted butter in a small saucepan over low heat. Pour into individual dipping bowls for serving.
Remove the crab legs from the pot using tongs, and transfer them to a large serving platter.
Cut the remaining half of the lemon into wedges and serve alongside the crab legs.
Enjoy the crab legs immediately while hot, dipping them into the melted butter for a rich and decadent treat.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1409 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 57.5 g | 74% | |
| Saturated Fat | 30.7 g | 154% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 713 mg | 238% | |
| Sodium | 21153 mg | 920% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 10.2 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.0 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.6 g | ||
| Protein | 204.6 g | 409% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.9 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 803 mg | 62% | |
| Iron | 4.8 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 2904 mg | 62% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
