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Seasoned Steamed Crab Legs
Recipes
Seasoned Steamed Crab Legs
2 servings
15 minutes total

Ingredients

  • 3 cups water
  • 1 lemon, quartered
  • 2 tablespoons seafood seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon pepper
  • 4 snow crab clusters (2–3 lb)
  • Melted butter, optional

Steps

    1. Combine water, lemon, seasoning, and pepper in large stockpot. Place steam ring or steamer basket in pot. Cover and bring to a boil on high.
    2. Add crab clusters to pot; steam 4–5 minutes or until thoroughly heated. Serve with melted butter.
Other Preparation Methods
    • Boil: Place 2–3 lb snow crab clusters and 1 teaspoon salt in 6 quarts boiling water for 3–4 minutes and until thoroughly heated. Drain and serve with melted butter.
    • Grill: Wrap 2–3 lb snow crab clusters and 1 tablespoon butter in foil; grill over indirect heat for 5–7 minutes and until thoroughly heated

Amount per ½ recipe serving: Calories 130, Total Fat 1.5g, Sat Fat 0g, Trans Fat 0g, Chol 80mg, Sodium 980mg, Total Carb 0g, Fiber 0g, Sugars 0g, Protein 27g, Calc 4%, Vitamin A 4%, Vitamin C 15%, Iron 20%