Baked crab legs in butter sauce make for a delicious and elegant dish. Here’s a simple recipe for you to try:
Ingredients:
- 2 pounds of crab legs (thawed if frozen)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Lemon wedges and fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare the Crab Legs: If the crab legs are frozen, make sure to thaw them according to the package instructions. Place the crab legs on a baking sheet or in a baking dish.
- Make the Butter Sauce: In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Remove from heat and stir in the lemon juice, paprika, dried parsley, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
- Coat the Crab Legs: Pour the butter sauce over the crab legs, making sure they are evenly coated.
- Bake: Bake the crab legs in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes or until they are heated through. The exact time may vary depending on the size and thickness of the crab legs.
- Serve: Once the crab legs are done, remove them from the oven. Transfer them to a serving platter and drizzle any remaining butter sauce over the top. Garnish with fresh parsley and lemon wedges if desired.
- Enjoy: Serve the baked crab legs hot, and enjoy the rich flavors of the butter sauce.
This recipe is quite straightforward, allowing the natural sweetness of the crab to shine through while enhancing it with the delicious buttery and garlicky sauce. Feel free to adjust the seasonings according to your taste preferences.
