Low Fat Classic Boiled Crab
Experience the pure, fresh flavors of the ocean with our "Low Fat Classic Boiled Crab" recipe—a lighter take on a seafood classic. Perfect for crab lovers seeking a healthy yet indulgent feast, this dish features whole live crabs simmered to perfection in a fragrant broth of kosher salt, zesty lemon, bay leaves, black peppercorns, garlic, and fresh dill. With just 15 minutes of prep and 20 minutes of cooking, you'll enjoy succulent, tender crab meat without the added fat—thanks to the simplicity of boiling. Serve these bright orange-red beauties with an extra squeeze of citrus or your favorite low-fat dipping sauce for a meal that's both nutrient-rich and irresistibly delicious. Whether you're hosting a special seafood night or treating yourself, this recipe embodies a wholesome, coastal-inspired dining experience. Perfect for your next low-calorie seafood feast!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Whole live crabs
- 8 liters Water
- 0.25 cups Kosher salt
- 2 pieces Lemon, cut into wedges
- 3 leaves Bay leaves
- 2 tablespoons Black peppercorns
- 4 cloves Garlic cloves, smashed
- 1 bunch Fresh dill
Instructions
Begin by cleaning the live crabs under cold running water to remove any dirt or debris.
In a large stockpot, bring the water to a boil over a high heat.
Add the kosher salt, lemon wedges, bay leaves, black peppercorns, smashed garlic cloves, and fresh dill into the boiling water. Stir to combine.
Once the water is at a rolling boil, carefully add the crabs to the pot. Submerge them fully and cover the stockpot with a lid.
Return the water to a boil and then reduce the heat to a gentle simmer. Allow the crabs to cook for about 12-15 minutes total. They should turn a bright orange-red color when fully cooked.
Once cooked, use tongs to carefully remove the crabs from the pot and immerse them immediately in a bowl of cold ice water. This will stop the cooking and help the meat remain tender.
Let the crabs chill in the ice water for about 3-5 minutes, then remove them and pat dry with a clean kitchen towel.
Serve the boiled crabs with additional lemon wedges and perhaps a side of low-fat dipping sauce of your choice. Enjoy the natural and pure taste of the ocean!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
910 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 15.5 g | 20% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.9 g | 10% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 505 mg | 168% | |
| Sodium | 29917 mg | 1301% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 18.7 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.6 g | 20% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.2 g | ||
| Protein | 175.4 g | 351% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1163 mg | 89% | |
| Iron | 12.8 mg | 71% | |
| Potassium | 3103 mg | 66% | |
*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.
