Grilled Crab Legs
Fire up the grill and savor the decadence of perfectly cooked Grilled Crab Legs, a quick and impressive seafood recipe that’s packed with flavor. Tender and juicy, these crab legs are brushed with a mouthwatering garlic-butter sauce infused with freshly squeezed lemon juice and fragrant parsley, then kissed by the smoky heat of the grill. Ready in just 25 minutes, including prep time, this recipe is as simple as it is elegant, making it perfect for casual backyard gatherings or a special date night meal. Serve these succulent crab legs with a squeeze of lemon and your favorite sides for a true coastal dining experience that brings the taste of the sea straight to your table. Keywords: grilled crab legs, garlic butter, seafood recipe, quick grilling, summery seafood meals.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Crab legs
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 3 cloves Garlic
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 4 pieces Lemon wedges
Instructions
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 375°F to 400°F). If using charcoal, prepare the coals for direct heat cooking.
Rinse the crab legs under cold water to remove any debris, then pat them dry with a clean paper towel.
In a small saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant. Stir in the lemon juice, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper, then remove from heat.
Lightly brush the crab legs with olive oil to prevent sticking on the grill.
Place the crab legs directly on the preheated grill grates. Cover the grill and cook for 4-5 minutes per side, brushing the crab legs with the prepared garlic butter periodically.
Remove the crab legs from the grill and drizzle any remaining garlic butter over the top.
Serve the grilled crab legs immediately with lemon wedges on the side for squeezing over the meat. Pair with your favorite sides for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1221 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 72.4 g | 93% | |
| Saturated Fat | 31.6 g | 158% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 605 mg | 202% | |
| Sodium | 7362 mg | 320% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 7.4 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.3 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.6 g | ||
| Protein | 136.8 g | 274% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 666 mg | 51% | |
| Iron | 4.9 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 175 mg | 4% | |
*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.
