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steamed crab legs

Steamed Crab Legs: 5 Reasons You’ll Love This Delightful Dish


  • Author: Julia marin
  • Total Time: 17 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Delicious and tender steamed crab legs.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 pounds of crab legs
  • 1 cup of water
  • 2 tablespoons of Old Bay seasoning
  • 1 lemon, cut into wedges
  • Butter for dipping

Instructions

  1. Fill a large pot with water and add Old Bay seasoning.
  2. Bring the water to a boil.
  3. Add crab legs to the pot.
  4. Cover and steam for 5-7 minutes.
  5. Remove from heat and serve with lemon wedges and melted butter.

Notes

  • Use fresh or frozen crab legs.
  • Adjust seasoning to taste.
  • Serve immediately for best flavor.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 7 minutes
  • Category: Seafood
  • Method: Steaming
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 pound
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 0g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 5g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 0g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 60g
  • Cholesterol: 100mg

Keywords: steamed crab legs, seafood, easy recipes