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blue crab legs

Blue crab legs: 5 Simple Steps to Deliciousness


  • Author: Julia marin
  • Total Time: 18 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Pescatarian

Description

Delicious blue crab legs steamed to perfection.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 pounds blue crab legs
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 1 lemon, cut into wedges
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter

Instructions

  1. Fill a large pot with water and add salt.
  2. Bring the water to a boil.
  3. Add the blue crab legs to the boiling water.
  4. Cover and steam for 6-8 minutes.
  5. Remove from heat and drain.
  6. Serve with lemon wedges and melted butter.

Notes

  • Ensure crab legs are fully thawed if frozen.
  • Adjust cooking time based on the size of the crab legs.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 8 minutes
  • Category: Seafood
  • Method: Steaming
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
  • Calories: 200
  • Sugar: 0g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 0g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: blue crab legs, seafood, crab, steamed crab