Butter Poached King Crab
This luxurious dish features king crab legs poached in a rich butter sauce. It's a decadent treat that's surprisingly easy to make at home.
Ingredients - Serves 2
- Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
- Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
- Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
- Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
- Lemon - 1, juiced
- Unsalted butter - 1 cup
- King crab legs - 2 pounds
Let's Get Started
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Place the crab legs in a large baking dish.
- In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the lemon juice, garlic, salt, and pepper, and stir to combine.
- Pour the butter mixture over the crab legs.
- Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the crab is heated through.
- Sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving.
Dietary Info
- Dish Type: Main Course
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Calories: 400
- Fat: 30g
- Carbs: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Sodium: 1500mg
- Sugar: 1g
