Keto Classic Boiled Crab
Dive into the world of indulgent seafood with our **Keto Classic Boiled Crab**, a simple yet flavor-packed recipe perfect for crab lovers embracing a low-carb lifestyle. Featuring fresh **live Dungeness crabs**, boiled in a fragrant mixture of **sea salt**, **lemon halves**, **garlic**, **bay leaves**, and **black peppercorns**, this dish brings coastal flavors directly to your table. Finished with a rich, buttery **Old Bay seasoning sauce** and garnished with fresh parsley, it’s an irresistible dining experience ideal for keto meal plans. Quick to prepare in just 40 minutes, this recipe is a show-stopping centerpiece for any gathering, served alongside keto-friendly sides like crisp green salads or steamed vegetables. Whether you're an experienced seafood enthusiast or a curious cook, the vibrant red shells and succulent meat guarantee satisfaction with every bite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 Live Dungeness crabs
- 8 quarts Water
- 0.5 cups Sea salt
- 2 Lemons, halved
- 4 Bay leaves
- 2 tablespoons Whole black peppercorns
- 8 Garlic cloves, crushed
- 0.5 cup Unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons Old Bay seasoning
- 0.25 cup Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Fill a large stockpot with 8 quarts of water and bring it to a rolling boil over high heat.
Add the sea salt, halved lemons, bay leaves, black peppercorns, and crushed garlic to the boiling water. Stir well to dissolve the salt and incorporate the flavors.
Rinse the crabs thoroughly under cold running water to remove any sand or debris. Place them in the boiling water, making sure they are completely submerged.
Return the water to a boil and cook the crabs for 12-15 minutes. The shells should turn vibrant red, indicating they are done.
While the crabs are boiling, melt the unsalted butter in a small saucepan over low heat. Stir in the Old Bay seasoning until well combined. Keep warm.
Carefully remove the crabs from the pot using tongs or a slotted spoon. Let them drain and cool slightly on a large platter.
To serve, crack the crab shells and remove the meat using crab crackers or mallets. Serve with warm seasoned butter for dipping and garnish with freshly chopped parsley.
Enjoy your Keto Classic Boiled Crab with your choice of keto-friendly sides such as a green salad or steamed vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
351 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 25.4 g | 33% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.8 g | 74% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 137 mg | 46% | |
| Sodium | 11902 mg | 517% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 12.7 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.2 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.0 g | ||
| Protein | 21.1 g | 42% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 336 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 539 mg | 11% | |
*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.
