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grilled crab legs how to cook

Grilled Crab Legs How to Cook Perfectly in 20 Minutes


  • Author: Julia marin
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Learn how to cook grilled crab legs for a delicious seafood meal.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 pounds of crab legs
  • 4 tablespoons of butter
  • 2 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 1 lemon, juiced
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your grill to medium heat.
  2. In a small saucepan, melt butter over low heat.
  3. Add minced garlic and lemon juice to the melted butter and stir.
  4. Place crab legs on the grill and brush with the garlic butter mixture.
  5. Grill for about 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally.
  6. Season with salt and pepper before serving.

Notes

  • Choose fresh or thawed crab legs for the best flavor.
  • Adjust cooking time based on the size of the crab legs.
  • Serve with additional lemon wedges for added flavor.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Seafood
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 300
  • Sugar: 0g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 2g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg

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