Garlic Crab
Dive into a flavor-packed seafood feast with this mouthwatering Garlic Crab recipe, a perfect choice for crab lovers craving bold and buttery flavors. Fresh whole crabs are first boiled to perfection, then tossed in a rich, aromatic garlic butter sauce featuring fragrant minced garlic, zesty lemon juice, and a hint of paprika and red pepper flakes for a subtle kick. The dish is finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a pop of color and herbal brightness. With its simple preparation and gourmet-level results, this crowd-pleaser pairs beautifully with crusty bread or steamed rice to soak up every drop of the luscious sauce. Perfect for special occasions or an indulgent weeknight dinner, Garlic Crab is a savory seafood delicacy that’s equal parts impressive and irresistibly delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 whole crabs (about 1.5 lbs each) Fresh crab
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 6 cloves Garlic
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 medium Lemon
- 2 tablespoons (chopped) Fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes
- 4 cups Water
Instructions
Clean the crabs by removing the shell and gills, then rinse thoroughly under cold water. If desired, cut each crab into halves or quarters for easier serving.
In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Add 1 teaspoon of salt and the juice of half a lemon to the boiling water.
Add the crabs to the pot and cook for 8-10 minutes, or until the shells turn bright orange. Remove the crabs and set aside to drain.
In a large skillet or wok, melt 4 tablespoons of butter with 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat.
Finely mince the garlic cloves and add them to the skillet. Stir frequently to prevent burning, cooking for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Lower the heat to medium-low and add 1 teaspoon of black pepper, 0.5 teaspoons of paprika, and 0.5 teaspoons of crushed red pepper flakes. Stir to combine the spices with the garlic mixture.
Place the cooked crabs into the skillet, tossing gently to coat them evenly in the garlic butter mixture.
Squeeze the remaining half of the lemon over the crabs. Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the top and stir gently.
Cook the crabs in the garlic mixture for about 5 minutes, ensuring they are heated through and infused with the flavors.
Transfer the garlic crab to a serving platter. Serve hot with crusty bread or steamed rice, and garnish with additional parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1596 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 90.2 g | 116% | |
| Saturated Fat | 34.3 g | 172% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 605 mg | 202% | |
| Sodium | 5066 mg | 220% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 13.3 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.4 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.9 g | ||
| Protein | 188.9 g | 378% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 967 mg | 74% | |
| Iron | 9.4 mg | 52% | |
| Potassium | 2637 mg | 56% | |
*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.
