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crab legs recipe oven

Crab Legs Recipe Oven: 5 Secrets to Flavorful Bliss


  • Author: Julia marin
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

This recipe shows you how to bake crab legs in the oven for a delicious seafood meal.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 pounds of crab legs
  • 1/4 cup of butter
  • 2 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon of lemon juice
  • Salt to taste
  • Paprika to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat.
  3. Add minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and paprika to the melted butter.
  4. Place the crab legs in a baking dish.
  5. Pour the butter mixture over the crab legs.
  6. Cover the baking dish with foil.
  7. Bake for 25-30 minutes.
  8. Remove from oven and serve hot.

Notes

  • Serve with lemon wedges for extra flavor.
  • Use kitchen scissors to cut the shells for easier eating.
  • Adjust seasonings to your taste.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Seafood
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 pound
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 0g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 2g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 100mg

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