Maryland Style Snow Crab Legs
Bring the taste of the Chesapeake Bay to your table with these irresistible Maryland Style Snow Crab Legs. Perfectly seasoned with iconic Old Bay, these tender, juicy crab legs are steamed with a flavorful blend of water and beer for a bold, aromatic finish. Quick and easy to prepare, this recipe takes only 25 minutes from start to finish, making it an ideal choice for weeknight dinners or special gatherings. Served with melted butter and fresh lemon wedges, each bite bursts with sweet, briny flavors complemented by a zesty spice that will transport your taste buds straight to Maryland. Whether you're a seasoned seafood lover or trying crab for the first time, this dish is a surefire crowd-pleaser!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds snow crab legs
- 4 cups water
- 1 cup beer
- 3 tablespoons Old Bay seasoning
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 whole lemon
Instructions
Rinse the snow crab legs under cold water to remove any debris or ice crystals. Pat them dry with a paper towel.
In a large stockpot or steaming pot with a steaming basket, add 4 cups of water and 1 cup of beer.
Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of Old Bay seasoning into the water and bring it to a boil over medium-high heat.
Once the mixture is boiling, reduce the heat to medium and place the crab legs into the steaming basket. If needed, work in batches to avoid overcrowding.
Cover the pot with a lid and steam the crab legs for 12–15 minutes, or until they are heated through and exude a pleasant aroma.
While the crab legs are steaming, melt 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter in a small saucepan over low heat. Cut the lemon into wedges for serving.
Remove the crab legs from the pot and place them on a serving platter. Sprinkle the remaining 1 tablespoon of Old Bay seasoning over the crab legs for an extra kick of flavor.
Serve the Maryland-style snow crab legs hot with melted butter and lemon wedges on the side for dipping and garnishing.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1374 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 62.1 g | 80% | |
| Saturated Fat | 29.8 g | 149% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 605 mg | 202% | |
| Sodium | 6701 mg | 291% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 10.6 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.6 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.7 g | ||
| Protein | 177.2 g | 354% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 611 mg | 47% | |
| Iron | 5.0 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 2710 mg | 58% | |
*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.
