snow crab legs
Learn how to cook perfect Snow Crab Legs with easy methods like boiling, steaming, grilling, or baking. A delicious and luxurious seafood treat!
Ingredients
- Snow crab legs fresh or frozen
- Salt for boiling water
- Butter for dipping
- Lemon wedges optional
- Garlic or herbs optional for extra flavor
Instructions
Boiling (Recommended for Quick Prep):
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil (1-2 tbsp of salt per quart of water).
- Add crab legs (fresh or frozen) to the pot.
- Pre-cooked crab legs: Boil for 4–6 minutes.
- Frozen uncooked crab legs: Boil for 8–10 minutes.
- Drain and serve immediately with melted butter and lemon wedges.
Steaming (For Retaining Flavor):
- Fill a pot with water (1-2 inches) and bring it to a boil.
- Place crab legs in a steamer basket and cover the pot.
- Pre-cooked crab legs: Steam for 5–7 minutes.
- Frozen uncooked crab legs: Steam for 8–10 minutes.
- Serve with dipping sauces and sides.
Grilling (For a Smoky Flavor):
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
- Coat crab legs with olive oil or melted butter.
- Grill crab legs for 5–7 minutes (flip occasionally).
- Serve with melted garlic butter.
Baking (Easy, Hands-Off Method):
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Place crab legs on a baking sheet and brush with butter and seasoning.
- Cover with foil and bake for 10–12 minutes (pre-cooked) or 12–15 minutes (frozen).
- Uncover in the last few minutes for a golden finish.
Notes
Nutrition Information (per serving):
- Total Fat: 4–8g
- Saturated Fat: 1–2g
- Cholesterol: 60–80mg
- Sodium: 500–600mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 0–2g
- Dietary Fiber: 0g
- Sugars: 0g
- Protein: 25–30g
- Calcium: 20–30mg
- Iron: 2–3mg